There are four important Chinese dramatic works written in rhyme from the 13th to the 19th century, namely, Romance of Western Bower, Dream in Peony Pavilion, Love in Long-life Hall, and Peach Blooms Painted with Blood. All these four works tell us love stories which reflect the times from Tang to Qing dynasties.Peach Blooms Painted with Blood shows that political power can separate living lovers.
