Genji Monogatari Or Narrative Of Genji: The Foremost Japanese Novel

by Charles Francis Horne

Book Overview

Genji Monogatari, also known as The Tale of Genji, is a classic Japanese novel written by Murasaki Shikibu in the 11th century. It is considered one of the greatest works of Japanese literature and is often referred to as the world's first novel. The story follows the life of Hikaru Genji, the son of an emperor, and his romantic relationships with various women. The novel explores themes of love, jealousy, and the complexities of court life in ancient...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425328962
• ISBN13: 9781425328962
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"