The Sacred Tree: Being the Second Part of 'The Tale of Genji'
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The book "Sacred Tree: The Second Part of 'The Tale of Genji'" by Murasaki Shikibu is a continuation of the epic story about the life and adventures of Prince Genji. In this part, readers learn about the further trials and challenges facing the main character after the loss of a loved one. Murasaki Sikibu skilfully immerses us in the world of court life, where intrigue, love and disappointment are intertwined in a fine weaving skill of words.
The author successfully combines the realities of the medieval Japanese empire with deep spiritual reflections and the desire for spiritual growth of the characters. Every page of the book shows the author's passionate love for details and skill in describing the life and rituals of ancient Japan.
"Sacred Tree: The Second Part of 'The Tale of Genji'" is a fascinating journey into the past that will leave an indelible impression on all fans of Japanese literature and culture.
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Data sheet
- Name of the Author
- Murasaki Shikibu
- Language
- English
- Release date
- 2022-01-06
- Title
- The Sacred Tree: Being the Second Part of 'The Tale of Genji'
- Translator
- Arthur Waley
- Subject
- Aristocracy (Social class) -- Japan -- Fiction
Japan -- Court and courtiers -- Fiction
Japan -- Social life and customs -- To 1600 -- Fiction
Japanese fiction -- To 1600 -- Translations into English
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
PL
Princes -- Japan -- Fiction
