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A Fluid, Elegant Rendition.' Washington Postmurasaki Shikibu, Born Into The Middle Ranks Of The Aristocracy During The Heian Period (7941185 Ce), Wrote The Tale Of Genjiwidely Considered The Worlds First Novelduring The Early Years Of The Eleventh Century. Expansive, Compelling, And Sophisticated In Its Representation Of Ethical Concerns And Aesthetic Ideals, Murasakis Tale Came To Occupy A Central Place In Japans Remarkable History Of Artistic Achievement And Is Now Recognized As A Masterpiece Of World Literature.The Tale Of Genji Is Presented Here In A Flowing New Translation For Contemporary Readers, Who Will Discover In Its Depiction Of The Culture Of The Imperial Court The Rich Complexity Of Human Experience That Simultaneously Resonates With And Challenges Their Own. Washburn Sets Off Interior Monologues With Italics For Fluid Reading, Embeds Some Annotations For Accessibility And Clarity, And Renders The Poetry Into Triplets To Create Prosodic Analogues Of The Original.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is The Tale of Genji about? A: The Tale of Genji is a classic work of literature written by Murasaki Shikibu, depicting the life and romantic escapades of a nobleman in the Heian period of Japan. It explores themes of love, aesthetics, and the complexities of human relationships.
- Q: Who is the author of The Tale of Genji? A: The author of The Tale of Genji is Murasaki Shikibu, a Japanese noblewoman and writer from the Heian period.
- Q: What is unique about this edition of The Tale of Genji? A: This edition features a new translation that aims for fluidity and accessibility, including italicized interior monologues for easier reading and annotations for clarity.
- Q: How many pages does The Tale of Genji have? A: The Tale of Genji has a total of 1360 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: The Tale of Genji is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was The Tale of Genji published? A: The Tale of Genji was published on December 6, 2016.
- Q: Is The Tale of Genji suitable for contemporary readers? A: Yes, this translation is specifically designed for contemporary readers to appreciate the cultural and ethical themes while relating to their own experiences.
- Q: What literary significance does The Tale of Genji hold? A: The Tale of Genji is considered the world’s first novel and occupies a central place in the history of Japanese literature, recognized as a masterpiece for its sophisticated narrative and exploration of human emotion.
- Q: Are there any annotations included in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes some annotations to enhance accessibility and clarity for readers.
- Q: What is the genre of The Tale of Genji? A: The Tale of Genji falls under the genre of Classics, specifically within the realm of historical and literary fiction.