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.)
Elizabeth Taylor
5 months agoOnce I started reading, the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. I will be reading more from this author.
Mark Roberts
3 months agoMake no mistake, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Elizabeth Hernandez
5 months agoI rarely write reviews but the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. I will be reading more from this author.
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Liam Anderson
1 month agoFor a digital edition, the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. I'm sending the link to all my friends.