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The Tale of Genji: Scenes from the World's First Novel (Illustrated Japanese Classics)

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Description:A lushly illustrated edition of a world classicThe third in this series of illustrated Japanese classics, The Tale of Genji again combines Miyata's captivating paper cut-outs with a modern retelling of a vintage story. This well-known tale of the amorous adventures of Prince Genji is widely considered world literature's first novel, and withits precise and poetic prose, it is also considered one of its finest.Written with precision by a lady of the Japanese court, Genji's Don Juan-like clandestine rendezvous with lovers in their perfumed boudoirs or on mossy moonlit garden paths, continues to intrigue lovers of literature. What sets Genji apart from the typically carefree playboy is the intensity of hisemotional attachment for each of his lovers. Long after an affair has ended, Genji continues to cherish the encounter. His is an age-old tale, as well as a poignant and brilliant portrait of Japan's ancient court life.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Tale of Genji: Scenes from the World's First Novel (Illustrated Japanese Classics). To get started finding The Tale of Genji: Scenes from the World's First Novel (Illustrated Japanese Classics), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Publisher: Kodansha America

Release: 2001

ISBN: 4770027729

Description: A lushly illustrated edition of a world classicThe third in this series of illustrated Japanese classics, The Tale of Genji again combines Miyata's captivating paper cut-outs with a modern retelling of a vintage story. This well-known tale of the amorous adventures of Prince Genji is widely considered world literature's first novel, and withits precise and poetic prose, it is also considered one of its finest.Written with precision by a lady of the Japanese court, Genji's Don Juan-like clandestine rendezvous with lovers in their perfumed boudoirs or on mossy moonlit garden paths, continues to intrigue lovers of literature. What sets Genji apart from the typically carefree playboy is the intensity of hisemotional attachment for each of his lovers. Long after an affair has ended, Genji continues to cherish the encounter. His is an age-old tale, as well as a poignant and brilliant portrait of Japan's ancient court life.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Tale of Genji: Scenes from the World's First Novel (Illustrated Japanese Classics). To get started finding The Tale of Genji: Scenes from the World's First Novel (Illustrated Japanese Classics), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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