The Pillow Book (Penguin Classics)
by Sei Shonagon
A celebrated Heian-era diary capturing the refined observations and daily life of a Japanese court lady.
About This Book
The Pillow Book is a classic work of Japanese literature from the Heian period.
It records the observations and reflections of Sei Shonagon, a lady-in-waiting at the imperial court.
The text offers insight into the customs, aesthetics, and daily life of tenth-century Japan.
This Penguin Classics edition presents the work for modern readers.
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