The Tale of Genji

Long before the modern novel took shape, one remarkable story was already exploring the deepest complexities of love, ambition, and human nature.

Enter the elegant world of The Tale of Genji, traditionally attributed to Murasaki Shikibu, a landmark of Japanese literature and one of the earliest great works of prose fiction.

The story follows Hikaru Genji, a nobleman whose relationships, ambitions, romances, and personal struggles unfold against the refined world of the Heian court. Through his experiences and those of the people around him, the novel explores love, jealousy, beauty, social expectations, family, power, and the fleeting nature of life.

Rich in atmosphere and psychological insight, The Tale of Genji offers a fascinating portrait of aristocratic Japanese society while presenting characters whose emotions remain surprisingly relatable across centuries.

Step into the sophisticated world of the Heian court and discover the timeless human drama of The Tale of Genji.

© 2026 Elm & Ivory Press (E-bog): 9782700116847

Oversættere: Edward George Seidensticker

Udgivelsesdato

E-bog: 5. oktober 2026