Set in feudal times, this book tells the story of the title character's frequent love affairs with various women, all of who are drawn to him because of his good looks and talent.
Set in feudal times, this book tells the story of the title character's frequent love affairs with various women, all of who are drawn to him because of his good looks and talent. Though it lacks a general narrative, this book's mini-sagas convey general themes about love, lust, and filial piety. For 10 points, name this 11th century Japanese work of literature, written at the height of the Heian Period by Murasaki Shikibu and sometimes considered the world's oldest novel.
Set in feudal times, this book tells the story of the title character's frequent love affairs with various women, all of who are drawn to him because of his good looks and talent.
The {Tale of} the {Genji}