Genji Monogatari Or Narrative Of Genji: The Foremost Japanese Novel - Couverture rigide

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ISBN 10 : 1161599029 ISBN 13 : 9781161599022

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

Genji Monogatari, also known as The Tale of Genji, is considered to be the foremost Japanese novel and was written by the noblewoman Murasaki Shikibu in the 11th century. This book, translated by Charles F. Horne, tells the story of the life and loves of Genji, the son of an emperor, and his many romantic relationships with women of various social classes. The novel is set in the Heian period of Japanese history and provides an intimate look into the courtly life of the time, including the customs, traditions, and societal expectations of the aristocracy. The narrative is richly detailed, with vivid descriptions of the characters, their emotions, and the landscapes they inhabit. It is a timeless masterpiece that has captivated readers for centuries and offers a unique insight into Japanese culture and literature.THIS 128 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Japan, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100111.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1161599029
• ISBN 13: 9781161599022
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 128
• Éditeur: Horne Charles F
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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