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The world of the shining prince
Book • 1964
Ivan Morris's acclaimed work examines 10th-11th century Japan through literary masterpieces like *The Tale of Genji*, revealing a refined aristocracy obsessed with poetry, calligraphy, and seasonal rituals.
The book details the paradoxical world where women dominated literature while men controlled politics, and where beauty standards dictated everything from incense blends to moon-viewing etiquette.
The book details the paradoxical world where women dominated literature while men controlled politics, and where beauty standards dictated everything from incense blends to moon-viewing etiquette.
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Dominic Sandbrook for his insights on the cultural exchange between China and Japan during the Heian period.
Dominic Sandbrook for his insights on the cultural exchange between China and Japan during the Heian period.
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560. The Golden Age of Japan: Lady Murasaki and the Shining Prince (Part 1)
