A "Common" prostitute would normally refer to one of ordinary qualities; without special rank or position, whilst a prostitute with wealthy or upper-class clients may be referred to as a "Courtesan". Yes, even Kings use prostitutes! (Lillie Langtry was more tastefully described as a "Mistress" to Edward VII) Indeed, the popularity, prosperity and longevity of the profession tend to suggest that demand is ever far reaching and that client's wealth usually exceeds that of the average drunk who as probably spent most of his money in acquiring that condition! On a more personal note, one of my own IoW family, Fanny Urry, is recorded working as a saloon dancer in the American Far West!!! Mark URRY La Rochelle, France. Catriona Williamson wrote: > Emma is described as a "common" prostitute. What would you have > to do to be an uncommon prostitute?