{"product_id":"geisha-the-remarkable-truth-behind-the-fiction-by-lesley-downer-rare-books","title":"Geisha: The Remarkable Truth Behind the Fiction by Lesley Downer [rare books]","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBook summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn this compelling work, Lesley Downer delves into the history and contemporary reality of geishas, dispelling the myth that they are mere prostitutes.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eInstead, she portrays them as \"arts people\"—individuals skilled in singing, dancing, playing musical instruments, and, most notably, masters of conversation.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eTheir role extends beyond entertainment; they provide companionship and solace to businessmen, offering a space for relaxation and conversation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesley Downer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a British author, historian, and journalist renowned for her expertise in Japanese culture and history. Born in London, she developed a deep interest in Asia from a young age, influenced by her Chinese mother and father, a professor of Chinese. This early exposure to Asian studies led her to Japan, where she lived for over 15 years, immersing herself in the country's traditions and language\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45253218304186,"sku":"33XJS5HQ9-Used","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/1_3ff0d97b-6a4c-49bc-885c-410b3e403b2a.jpg?v=1760979642","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/geisha-the-remarkable-truth-behind-the-fiction-by-lesley-downer-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}