Diary of Lady Murasaki (Penguin Classics)
Written by Murasaki Shikibu, author of The Tale of Genji, this classic diary offers a personal literary record from Japan’s past. Combining historical interest with the distinctive voice of its author, it is an essential choice for readers exploring classical Japanese literature and women’s writing.
About This Book
Diary of Lady Murasaki presents the diary associated with Murasaki Shikibu, the celebrated author of The Tale of Genji.
This Penguin Classics edition offers readers access to a significant work of classical Japanese writing.
The diary provides a literary and historical perspective on its author and the world in which she lived.
It will interest readers exploring Japanese literature, women's writing, and personal narratives from the past.
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