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The Tale of Genji
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ISBN13: 9798348554989
Publisher: Autri Books
Published: Feb 22 2025
Pages: 238
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Publisher: Autri Books
Published: Feb 22 2025
Pages: 238
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Often considered the world's first novel, The Tale of Genji is an exquisite masterpiece of Japanese literature, written by Lady Murasaki in the early 11th century. Set in the elegant yet politically complex world of the Heian court, the novel follows the life and loves of Hikaru Genji, the son of the emperor and a man of extraordinary beauty, talent, and charm.
Through a sweeping narrative of passion, longing, and courtly intrigue, The Tale of Genji captures the customs, aesthetics, and moral dilemmas of Heian-era Japan. With poetic sensitivity, Lady Murasaki crafts an intimate portrait of love and loss, power and impermanence, illuminating a world of unparalleled refinement.This edition presents The Tale of Genji in an accessible and beautifully rendered translation, preserving the grace and nuance of the original text while making it available to modern readers.
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