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Tale of Genji

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SKU: 9780143039495

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“Experience the timeless elegance of “Tale of Genji,” the world’s first novel, in this captivating abridged edition. Dive into the opulent world of 11th-century Japan with Prince Genji. A perfect introduction to classic Japanese literature by Murasaki Shikibu. ISBN: 9780143039495. Explore themes of love, intrigue, and courtly life in this beautifully translated edition.”

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  • ISBN-13: 9780143039495
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 19
  • Height: 197 mm
  • No of Pages: 352
  • Series Title: Penguin Classics
  • Weight: 256 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0143039490
  • Publisher Date: 28 Feb 2006
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Edition: Abridged edition
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 16 mm
  • Width: 132 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

17 reviews for Tale of Genji

  1. Aaryan Kumar Pandey

    A gorgeous novel that swept me away! Prince Genji’s story is heartbreaking and beautiful. The translation is superb. I was hooked!

  2. Aman Chouksey

    A fascinating glimpse into Japanese history. The abridged version made it easier to digest, but I felt like I missed some depth. Overall, a good read.

  3. Harshit Agrawal

    The beginning was slow, but it got so much better. The world building was amazing! I just loved the characters so much as well!

  4. Nilesh Vashisht

    Not my usual genre, but I enjoyed the change of pace. The writing is very different, and the cultural aspects were enlightening. Worth reading.

  5. M Anil Naik

    While the prose is beautiful, I found the plot a little meandering. Still, a worthwhile exploration of courtly life. I enjoyed it!

  6. Ishita Shrivastava

    A slow read. Good book to try once. It’s an interesting story, just not too gripping for my personal taste. Can’t say I hate it.

  7. Debashish Paul

    It was okay, not great. Felt like I was just reading history. I appreciate it for what it is, just not up my alley. Others would enjoy this.

  8. Adarsh

    A good book! I learned about a different culture in the past. It was fun and a joy to read. This is a good novel for people to try.

  9. Mohammed Fayiz Rahman M P

    Really great if you wanna read something different! The writing is so different than current novels. Loved the book and felt cultured.

  10. Vishal

    Such an amazing story. Definitely worth a read! It’s like traveling back in time, the author really transports you. Definitely a must-read.

  11. Sushant Chandra

    I struggled to connect with the characters, but the cultural insights were invaluable. It’s a bit slow-paced for modern readers, but worth the effort.

  12. Aditi

    Found it a bit dense and hard to follow. The abridgement helped, but I still felt lost sometimes. The historical context was interesting, though.

  13. Harshita Bansal

    I loved learning about Japanese court life, but the story itself was a bit dull at times. Some parts just dragged. Still, glad I read it.

  14. Ayush Gupta

    This abridged edition was a great introduction! It piqued my interest in Japanese literature. A bit confusing at times with so many characters.

  15. Prantik Goswami

    Beautifully written, though sometimes hard to follow. Genji’s world is captivating. I’m glad I finally read this classic, even if it was abridged.

  16. Kavya Sharma

    I was completely transported to th-century Japan. The descriptions are so vivid and the characters are complex. A truly special book.

  17. Saksham Luhadia

    An absolute masterpiece! The writing is exquisite, and the story is timeless. I will cherish this book forever. Highly recommend!

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