The pillow book of Sei Shōnagon
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The pillow book of Sei Shōnagon
Language
eng
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non fiction
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The pillow book of Sei Shōnagon
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electronic resource
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dictionaries
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UNESCO Collection of representative works : Japanese translation series
Summary
The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon is a fascinating, detailed account of Japanese court life in the eleventh century. Written by a lady of the court at the height of Heian culture, this book enthralls with its lively gossip, witty observations, and subtle impressions. Lady Shonagon was an erstwhile rival of Lady Murasaki, whose novel, The Tale of Genji, fictionalized the elite world Lady Shonagon so eloquently relates. Featuring reflections on royal and religious ceremonies, nature, conversation, poetry, and many other subjects, The Pillow Book is an intimate look at the experiences and outlook of the Heian upper class, further enriched by Ivan Morris's extensive notes and critical contextualization
Target audience
adult
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