One of the three seminal works of Japanese literatureâ€”a beautiful collection of poems and tales that offers an unparalleled insight into ancient JapanAlong with theÂ Tale

Tales of Ise

One of the three seminal works of Japanese literatureâ€”a beautiful collection of poems and tales that offers an unparalleled insight into ancient Japan

Along with theÂ Tale of GenjiÂ andÂ One Hundred Poets, One Poem Each, theÂ Tales of IseÂ is considered one of the three most important works of Japanese literature. A poem-tale collection from the early Heian period, it contains many stories of amorous adventures, faithful friendship, and travels in exile, framing the exquisite poems at the work's heart.

TheÂ Tales of IseÂ has influencedÂ waka, Noh, tales, and diaries since the time it was written, and is still the source of endless inspiration in novels, poetry,Â manga,Â and cartoons. This volume has been translated by Peter MacMillan and includes a preface by the renowned Japanologist Donald Keene.

For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Country USA
Brand Penguin
Manufacturer Penguin Classics
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780141392578
Color Tan
ReleaseDate 2016-12-06
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780141392578

Country	USA
Brand	Penguin
Manufacturer	Penguin Classics
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9780141392578
Color	Tan
ReleaseDate	2016-12-06
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780141392578

Tales of Ise

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