[日]紫式部 著，丰子恺 译

About the Author

Murasaki Shikibu, the enigmatic 11th-century Japanese noblewoman and author, is celebrated as one of the world's greatest literary figures for her groundbreaking novel The Tale of Genji, a masterful exploration of courtly life, romance, and human emotion in Heian-era Japan. Born into an aristocratic family, she served as a lady-in-waiting to Empress Shōshi, drawing from her intimate observations of imperial intrigue and fleeting passions to craft a narrative of unparalleled depth and psychological insight. Translated into Chinese by the renowned artist and writer Feng Zikai in a celebrated edition, The Tale of Genji (Selected Translations of Famous Works, Volumes 1 and 2) captures the elegance and melancholy of ancient Kyoto's world. Murasaki's work, blending poetry, prose, and subtle social commentary, continues to influence global literature, offering timeless reflections on love, power, and the impermanence of beauty.