The Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu

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The Tale of Genji

Murasaki Shikibu with Dennis Washburn (Translator)

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Murasaki Shikibu, born into the middle ranks of the aristocracy during the Heian period (794-1185 CE), wrote The Tale of Genji, widely considered the world’s first novel, during the early years of the 11th century. Expansive, compelling, and sophi...

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