The Tale of Genji

The world's first novel written over 1000 years ago by a woman. The story is about a prince in the court in Kyoto.

If you are interested in learning about the Japanese court in the Heian period some 1000 years ago, this would certainly be an interesting read. With ample cultural and explanatory notes, this edition is approachable even for people not familiar with the story.

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