Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon: The Diary of a Courtesan in Tenth Century Japan by

Description: Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon by Arthur Waley, Dennis C. Washburn Japan in the 10th century stood physically and culturally isolated from the rest of the world. Inside this bubble, a subtle and beautiful world was in operation, and its inhabitants were tied to the moment, having no interest in the future and disdain for the past. In a small diary, a young courtesan of the Heian period gives her account of the Japanese courts of the day, providing perspective on a unique time in Japanese history. A contemporary of Murasaki Shikibu, the author of "The Tale of Genji," Sei Sho-nagon's commentary brings an added dimension to that timeless and seminal work.In a place and time where poetry was as important as knowledge and beauty was highly revered, Sei Shonagon's private writings give the reader a charming and intimate glimpse into a time of isolated innocence and pale beauty. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Japan in the 10th century stood physically and culturally isolated from the rest of the world. Inside this bubble, a subtle and beautiful world was in operation, and its inhabitants were tied to the moment, having no interest in the future and disdain for the past. In a small diary, a young courtesan of the Heian period gives her account of the Japanese courts of the day, providing perspective on a unique time in Japanese history. A contemporary of Murasaki Shikibu, the author of "The Tale of Genji," Sei Sho-nagon's commentary brings an added dimension to that timeless and seminal work.In a place and time where poetry was as important as knowledge and beauty was highly revered, Sei Shonagon's private writings give the reader a charming and intimate glimpse into a time of isolated innocence and pale beauty. Author Biography Arthur Waley, a shy reclusive scholar, was one of the earliest champions of Asian literature in the English-speaking world. Review "In a small diary, a young courtesan of the Heian period gives her account of the Japanese courts of the day, providing perspective on a unique time in Japanese history. A contemporary of Murasaki Shikibu, the author of The Tale of Genji, Sei Shonagons commentary brings an added dimension to that timeless and seminal work." -Svetlanas Reads and Views blog "His [Waley] is the most appealing version for the general reader." -Michael Dirda, Pulitzer-prize winning columnist Long Description Japan in the 10th century stood physically and culturally isolated from the rest of the world. Inside this bubble, a subtle and beautiful world was in operation, and its inhabitants were tied to the moment, having no interest in the future and disdain for the past. The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon was a product of a tenth century courtiers experiences in the palace of Empress Teishi. A common custom of the time period, courtiers used to keep notes or a diary in a wooden pillow with a drawer. This "pillow book" reflects the confident aesthetic judgments of Shonagon and her ability to create prose that crossed into the realm of the poetic. The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon is one of the earliest examples of diary literature whose passages chronicle the events of the court calendar, the ceremonies and celebrations specific to Teishis court, and the vignettes that provide brilliantly drawn glimpses into the manners and foibles of the aristocracy. A contemporary of Murasaki Shikibu, the author of The Tale of Genji , this small diary brings an added dimension to Murasakis timeless and seminal work. Arthur Waleys elegant translation of The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon captures the beauty of its prose and the vitality of Shonagons narrative voice, as well as her quirky personality traits. In a place and time where poetry was as important as knowledge and beauty was highly revered, Sei Shonagons private writings give the reader a charming and intimate glimpse into a time of isolated innocence and pale beauty. Review Quote "In a small diary, a young courtesan of the Heian period gives her account of the Japanese courts of the day, providing perspective on a unique time in Japanese history. A contemporary of Murasaki Shikibu, the author of The Tale of Genji , Sei Shonagons commentary brings an added dimension to that timeless and seminal work." -- Svetlanas Reads and Views blog Details ISBN4805311088 Author Dennis C. Washburn Year 2011 ISBN-10 4805311088 ISBN-13 9784805311080 Publication Date 2011-02-01 DEWEY 895.68107 Short Title PILLOW BK OF SEI SHONAGON Language English Translator Arthur Waley Media Book Residence US Birth 1889 Death 1966 Imprint Tuttle Publishing Place of Publication Boston Country of Publication United States Pages 144 Subtitle The Diary of a Courtesan in Tenth Century Japan Publisher Tuttle Publishing Format Hardcover Replaced by 9784805314623 Audience General/Trade NZ Release Date 2011-03-10 US Release Date 2011-03-10 UK Release Date 2011-03-10 Illustrations 16-pp color insert AU Release Date 2017-02-28 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:36082080;

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