Abstract: In Tang-dynasty legend there are chiefly two romantic modes, which reflect Tang-dynasty scholars’ psychology and consciousness concerning sexual relations. They long and seek for love on the one hand, and they generally have the psychology of visiting prostitutes, while in marriage, on the other, they have a deep consciousness of family power and influence. This complicated mentality has its very profound and realistic source, which results in the fact that most Tang-dynasty legendary romances end up in tragedies.

Key words: Tang-dynasty legend, romantic mode, Tang-dynasty scholars, love and marriage perception