A Quote by Amy Tan

In the mid-1800s, they were known also as 'singsong houses,' and the courtesans were actually master musicians.

Amy Tan

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Actually Also Courtesans Houses Known Master Mid Musicians Were

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Amy Tan
American - Writer
Born: February 19, 1952

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