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==References==
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==Discussions, critiques, commentaries==
*[http://tallis-ryhope.livejournal.com/26911.html Firefly], Tallis_ryhope (LJ), 2008/4/14


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Revision as of 11:30, 19 April 2008

Inara Serra

species: Human

Companion

from
Firefly

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Inara Serra is a character in "Firefly" and its follow-ups.


Historical precedents

A number of possible historical precedents have been suggested for "Companions":

  • Shuyu in 19th century Shanghai[1]
  • Hindi temple dancers[2]
  • Geishas, in Japan
  • Courtesans in ancient Greece, 16th-18th century Europe
  • Hookers in the US 19th century West - referenced & subverted

References

Discussions, critiques, commentaries

  • Firefly, Tallis_ryhope (LJ), 2008/4/14
The article about this character is a STUB, meaning it is tiny and needs lots of work. Help flesh it out.