The Tale of Genji
| Author | : 紫式部 |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 554 |
| Release | : 1976 |
| ISBN-10 | : UVA:X000181664 |
| ISBN-13 | : |
| Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Tale of Genji by : 紫式部
Download or read book The Tale of Genji written by 紫式部 and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set in 11th century Japan, the work recounts the life of a son of a Japanese emperor, known to readers as Hikaru Genji, or "Shining Genji". For political reasons, Genji is relegated to commoner status (by being given the surname Minamoto) and begins a career as an imperial officer. The tale concentrates on Genji's romantic life and describes the customs of the aristocratic society of the time. --Wikipedia.com.
