The Pillow Book of SEI Shonagon by Sei Shonagon (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Pillow Book of SEI Shonagon by Sei Shonagon Sei Shonagon was a contemporary and erstwhile rival of Lady Murasaki, whose novel "The Tale of Genji" fictionalizes the court life Shonagon describes. "The Pillow Book" is a collection of anecdotes, memories of court and religious ceremonies, character sketches, lists of things the author enjoyed or loathed, places that interested her, diary entries, descriptions of nature, pilgrimages, conversations, poetry exchanges—indeed, almost everything that made up daily life for the upper classes in japan during the Heian period. Her style is so eloquent, her observations so skillfully chosen, and her wit so sharp that even the smallest detail she records can attract and hold the attention of any modern reader. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon is a fascinating, detailed account of Japanese court life in the eleventh century. Written by a lady of the court at the height of Heian culture, this book enthralls with its lively gossip, witty observations, and subtle impressions. Lady Shonagon was an erstwhile rival of Lady Murasaki, whose novel, The Tale of Genji, fictionalized the elite world Lady Shonagon so eloquently relates. Featuring reflections on royal and religious ceremonies, nature, conversation, poetry, and many other subjects, The Pillow Book is an intimate look at the experiences and outlook of the Heian upper class, further enriched by Ivan Morriss extensive notes and critical contextualization. Author Biography Ivan Morris (1925-1976) was considered the most versatile Japanese translator of his generation and wrote widely on modern and ancient Japan. He taught at Columbia University and was chair of its Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures. His books include translations of Lady Sarashinas As I Crossed a Bridge of Dreams, Jiro Osaragis The Journey, Ihara Saikakus The Life of an Amorous Woman, and Yukio Mishimas The Temple of the Golden Pavilion, as well as several historical studies, including The Nobility of Failure: Tragic Heroes in the History of Japan, The World of the Shining Prince: Court Life in Ancient Japan, and Nationalism and the Right Wing in Japan: A Study of Postwar Trends. Table of Contents The calender The government Places Home provinces and neighbouring provinces The surroundings of the capital The capital Clothes, houses, etc. Clothes Houses Vehicles Letters, games, musical instruments Chronology Review The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon has not only amply filled the long-felt need for a full English translation, but has also made a contribution to Heian studies... A mine of information... [Morriss] translation maintains a high quality throughout. Journal of Asian Studies The Pillow Book is one of the three most important works of its kind in Japanese literature, and Professor Morris has given it handsome treatment. Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland Gives all sorts of insights into the court life of the times, and into the worldly character and mentality of its author. It comes over extraordinarily well in this translation, and can rank with any other collection of court memoirs the world over. Bulletin of the School of Oriental and African Studies The liveliest and most endearing of Heian writers, and the one who gives the most intimate and vivid picture of life at court... Its denizens emerge as real and never-to-be-forgotten people... Morris belongs to the literary rather than the literal school of translators, and his talents are shown here at their best. Harvard Journal of Asiatic Studies "[Morriss] scholarship is a living thing... he sees through all the painted paper screens... Outstanding. New York Times A beautiful translation. Japan Quarterly A mine of information. Journal of Asian Studies Shonagon comes through vividly... [Morris] has given us for the first time in full a delightful and fascinating book which is also a work of notable scholarship. The Observer Review Quote " The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon has not only amply filled the long-felt need for a full English translation, but has also made a contribution to Heian studies.... A mine of information... [Morriss] translation maintains a high quality throughout." -- Journal of Asian Studies Details ISBN0231073372 Author Sei Shonagon Short Title PILLOW BK OF SEI SHONAGON Pages 419 Publisher Columbia University Press Series Translations from the Asian Classics (Paperback) Language English ISBN-10 0231073372 ISBN-13 9780231073370 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY B Illustrations Yes Year 1992 Publication Date 1992-02-28 Imprint Columbia University Press Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Translator Ivan Morris DOI 10.1604/9780231073370 NZ Release Date 1991-12-30 US Release Date 1991-12-30 UK Release Date 1991-12-30 AU Release Date 1991-12-29 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:6916530;

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