The Tale of Genji (Paperback)

Genji Monogatari, or the Tale of Genji, is a classic work of Japanese fiction from the tenth century. Written by a noblewoman, Lady Murasaki, Genji is a milestone in world literature. It is a gateway into the courtly life of 10th century feudal Japan, during the Heian period. It has been called the first novel, and the writer, Lady Murasaki, is considered a pioneer of women's literature. This was the first English translation of Genji, an abridgement which includes chapters 1 through 17 (out of 54). It is the only one in the public domain in most countries. Successive translations by Arthur Waley, Edward Seidensticker, and Royall Tyler are more complete, and have been praised critically.

General

Imprint:	Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	May 2011
First published:	May 2011
Authors:	Murasaki Shikibu
Dimensions:	280 x 216 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	176
ISBN-13:	978-1-4635-2837-9
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > Asian / Middle Eastern history > General Books > History > Asian / Middle Eastern history > General
LSN:	1-4635-2837-X
Barcode:	9781463528379

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