The World of Courtesans c8.271

c8.271

Bharata tells us that courtesans, except when they belonged to gods or kings were available to men who offered them money. This was so, whether the man was dear to a woman or not. Money made courtesans change their attitude to men. Bharata observes wisely: "Money makes a dear person even dearer, even his wickedness is exalted as good behaviour; he is supposed to be the repository of all virtues even if he has none. On seeing such a person, their eyes dance with joy, and that simulated joy spreads a flush on their faces. It is, therefore, necessary to understand their psychology properly before acting."