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The Tale of Genji
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The Tale of Genji
At the core of this epic is Prince Genji, the son of an emperor, whose passionate character, love affairs and shifting political fortunes offer a glimpse into the golden age of Japan.
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The first complete new translation for 25 years of the acknowledged masterpiece of Japanese literature.
Lady Murasaki's great 11th century novel is a beautifully crafted story of love, betrayal, and death at the Imperial Court. At the core of this epic is Prince Genji, the son of an emperor, whose passionate character, love affairs, and shifting political fortunes offer an exquisite glimpse of the golden age of Japan.
Royal Tyler's superb new translation is scrupulously true to the Japanese original but appeals immediately to the modern reader. This edition also includes notes, glossaries, character lists, and a chronology to enable the reader to appreciate the richness of this classic of world literature.
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Murasaki Shikibu's The Tale of Genji is widely hailed as both a masterpiece and the world's first novel, with recent translations enriching its accessibility for modern readers. Reviews commend Royall Tyler's translation for its fidelity to the original and its reader-friendly elements, such as comprehensive footnotes and vivid illustrations. This version is celebrated for capturing the novel's rich tapestry of human experiences, from courtly intrigue to personal emotions, all skillfully rendered to resonate with contemporary audiences.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780142437148
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 24 April 2003
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Contributors:
- Translated by Royall Tyler
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 52.0mm
Width: 162.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 1542g
Pages: 1216
About the Author
Murasaki Shikibu (c. 970-1015) was a member of one of the most powerful dynasties in Japan and the author of a diary which reveals much about court life in Japan. Royall Tyler taught Japanese religion and literature at the Australian National University and has published widely on Japanese literature. He translated Japanese No Dramas for Penguin Classics.
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