The Pillow Book by Sei Shōnagon
"The Pillow Book" is a collection of personal observations, anecdotes, and reflections by a woman in the Heian court of Japan. It presents a detailed and vivid picture of court life, including the lavish ceremonies, the rivalries and intrigues, the idle pastimes of the courtiers, and the romantic escapades of the empress and her consorts. The book also contains lists, poetry, and personal musings, providing a unique perspective on the culture and customs of the Heian period.
The 1685th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1002
- Nationality
- Japanese
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- 209,000
- Original Language
- Japanese
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- The New Lifetime Reading Plan (The New Lifetime Reading Plan)
- Best Foreign Work of Fiction Chosen by Francophone Writers (French literary magazine Transfuge)