--- product_id: 12769708 title: "The Book of the Courtesans: A Catalogue of Their Virtues" price: "VT7297" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12769708-the-book-of-the-courtesans-a-catalogue-of-their-virtues store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Global cultural impact Deep historical insights Meticulously researched eras The Book of the Courtesans: A Catalogue of Their Virtues **Price:** VT7297 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Own the untold stories of power, grace, and rebellion. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Book of the Courtesans: A Catalogue of Their Virtues - **How much does it cost?** VT7297 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12769708-the-book-of-the-courtesans-a-catalogue-of-their-virtues) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Own a Rare Cultural Artifact:** A used book in good condition that connects you to a unique, often overlooked world. - • **Authentic Stories, Not Fiction:** Dive into rigorously researched non-fiction accounts that bring forgotten histories to life. - • **Curated for the Discerning Reader:** Perfect for professionals craving depth in history, sociology, and women’s studies. - • **A Feminist’s Guide to Power & Poise:** Discover how these women balanced femininity with fierce intellect and social influence. - • **Unlock the Secrets of Timeless Elegance:** Explore the captivating lives of history’s most influential courtesans. ## Overview The Book of the Courtesans: A Catalogue of Their Virtues by Susan Griffin is a meticulously researched non-fiction work that explores the lives, influence, and societal roles of courtesans throughout history. Highly rated and ranked in Italian History and Women in History categories, this used book in good condition offers a rare glimpse into the intersection of femininity and feminism, making it a must-have for history enthusiasts and professional readers alike. ## Description The Book of the Courtesans: A Catalogue of Their Virtues [Griffin, Susan] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Book of the Courtesans: A Catalogue of Their Virtues Review: This is the book.... - I've been looking for a book that went into detail about the lives of the Courtesans - how they lived, their impact on society, etc - having read Simply Irresistible by Ellen T. White I found myself wanting more. While scanning through desertcart.com one day, looking for more books about Courtesans I came across The Book of the Courtesans by Susan Griffin. At first I though it was a love novel but as I read the description I realized it was not a love novel but a non-fiction book about the lives and times of some of the worlds greatest Courtesans. So I ordered it, and it took what seemed like for ever to arrive, until I realized that it was being shipped from England. I've just started to read this book and find myself completely fascinated and captivated. The stories about many of the different Courtesans are well developed, showing how much research and time the author spent on this book. I would highly recommended this book to any woman, who longs find the balance between being feminine and a feminist. Review: Great read - I love the history of courtesans and this book is a wonderful read of true accounts and how the code of courtesans made them elegant intelligent women in a gritty and Ill shown industry ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,316,819 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1,046 in Italian History (Books) #3,242 in Women in History #8,032 in Sociology Reference | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 100 Reviews | ## Images ![The Book of the Courtesans: A Catalogue of Their Virtues - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/914undasysL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is the book.... *by L***M on July 29, 2011* I've been looking for a book that went into detail about the lives of the Courtesans - how they lived, their impact on society, etc - having read Simply Irresistible by Ellen T. White I found myself wanting more. While scanning through amazon.com one day, looking for more books about Courtesans I came across The Book of the Courtesans by Susan Griffin. At first I though it was a love novel but as I read the description I realized it was not a love novel but a non-fiction book about the lives and times of some of the worlds greatest Courtesans. So I ordered it, and it took what seemed like for ever to arrive, until I realized that it was being shipped from England. I've just started to read this book and find myself completely fascinated and captivated. The stories about many of the different Courtesans are well developed, showing how much research and time the author spent on this book. I would highly recommended this book to any woman, who longs find the balance between being feminine and a feminist. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great read *by D***R on October 26, 2022* I love the history of courtesans and this book is a wonderful read of true accounts and how the code of courtesans made them elegant intelligent women in a gritty and Ill shown industry ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What an eye-opener about women's history written in profoundly intelligent and deeply sensual prose *by M***K on December 10, 2016* I adore Susan Griffin - her book, Woman and Nature, is one of the most important books of the 20th century - but somehow I had never gotten around to reading this book before. What an eye-opener about women's history written in profoundly intelligent and deeply sensual prose! I'm sadly getting to the last chapter as I would happily keep reading more for months, and I've gotten at least 3 or 4 other people turned on to it. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12769708-the-book-of-the-courtesans-a-catalogue-of-their-virtues](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12769708-the-book-of-the-courtesans-a-catalogue-of-their-virtues) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-09*