The tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu
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Murasaki Shikibu, 978?-
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"The tale of Genji" by Murasaki Shikibu is a classic work of Japanese literature written in the early 11th century. Often considered the world's first novel, it depicts the lives of high courtiers during the Heian period. The story follows Hikaru Genji, the emperor's son demoted to commoner status, through his romantic encounters and later years. T...
monumental work of court life and forbidden love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Jackson Hill
4 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. Highly recommended for everyone.
Jessica Thomas
3 months agoI needed a solid reference and the content flows smoothly from one chapter to the next. Time very well spent.
Joshua Miller
3 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. I appreciate the effort put into this.
Sandra Allen
3 months agoI found this while browsing online and the explanations feel carefully crafted rather than rushed. This deserves far more attention.
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Michelle Robinson
4 months agoFrom start to finish, the explanations feel carefully crafted rather than rushed. I couldn't put it down until the very end.