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The Tale Of Genji,New
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The Tale Of Genji Was Written In The Eleventh Century By Murasaki Shikibu, A Lady Of The Heian Court. It Is Universally Recognized As The Greatest Masterpiece Of Japanese Prose Narrative, Perhaps The Earliest True Novel In The History Of The World. Until Now There Has Been No Translation That Is Both Complete And Scrupulously Faithful To The Original Text. Edward G. Seidenstickers Masterly Rendering Was First Published In Two Volumes In 1976 And Immediately Hailed As A Classic Of The Translators Art. It Is Here Presented In One Unabridged Volume, Illustrated Throughout By Woodcuts Taken From A 1650 Japanese Edition Of The Tale Of Genji.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Tale of Genji' about? A: 'The Tale of Genji' is a classic Japanese prose narrative written by Murasaki Shikibu in the eleventh century. It is considered one of the earliest novels in history, depicting the life and loves of Hikaru Genji, a nobleman at the Heian court.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Tale of Genji'? A: The author is Murasaki Shikibu, a lady of the Heian court known for her literary contributions, particularly in Japanese literature.
- Q: What is unique about this edition of 'The Tale of Genji'? A: This edition is notable for being a complete and scrupulously faithful translation by Edward G. Seidensticker, first published in 1976, and it is presented in one unabridged volume.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Tale of Genji' contain? A: 'The Tale of Genji' contains 1120 pages, making it a substantial read that delves deeply into its characters and themes.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is bound in paperback, featuring a decorative design on the front and back covers.
- Q: Is 'The Tale of Genji' illustrated? A: 'The Tale of Genji' includes illustrations throughout, featuring woodcuts taken from a 1650 Japanese edition.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item condition is listed as acceptable, which indicates that it may show signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: When was 'The Tale of Genji' published? A: 'The Tale of Genji' was published on July 12, 1978.
- Q: What genre does 'The Tale of Genji' belong to? A: 'The Tale of Genji' falls under the Contemporary category, despite being a historical work, due to its ongoing relevance and literary significance.
- Q: Can I find this book in different editions? A: This specific listing is for the first paperback edition, but there are various editions available, including hardcover and illustrated versions.