Tale of Genji: The Authentic First Translation of the World's Earliest Novel (Tuttle Classics)
by Murasaki Shikibu, Kencho Suematsu
An early translation of the world's first novel, capturing the elegance and intrigue of Japan's Heian court.
About This Book
This edition presents an authentic early translation of an important work of Japanese literature.
The narrative explores the customs and relationships of the Heian period aristocracy.
Readers encounter a detailed portrayal of court life and social structures from centuries past.
The text is valued for its historical and literary significance in world literature.
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