gracious spirit in which he replied to my many inquiries, I am ever grateful.
To Professor A. Brede and Mrs. Brede, of the University of Nanking, I am greatly indebted for many invaluable suggestions.
A writer often draws without mercy upon a sympathetic mind for inspiration, spiritual strength, and practical help; it is with this thought foremost in my mind that I acknowledge my gratitude to my friend, Henry K. C. Law, who has meant so much to me in my investigations of Chinese drama and literature.
G. K. L.
Shanghai, August, 1925.
