- Title: The Tale of Genji
- Author: Lady Murasaki
- Genre/Subject: Japanese literature
- Publisher: Kindle
- Number of pages: 1324
- Publication Date: 1000-1012
- Finish date: 10/11/2019
Review:
It’s a classic. A masterpiece. It was old when Chaucer picked up his pen.
It was difficult to get through as it is a thousand years old and very long.
However, the poetry is very good, and it is a unique glimpse into 10th century Japan.
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How I discovered or acquired this book: RNG4LRP
Noteworthy experiences while reading this book: It was autumn and it showed. Like all the time in the book.
Check out author’s other books?
Recommend this book? To whom?
Ratings (1-10, 10 being exceptional):
- Quality of writing – 8
- Pace – 6
- Plot development – 8
- Characters – 8
- Enjoyability – 6
- Insightfulness – 8
- Ease of reading – 3
- Photos/illustrations – n/a
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