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The Pillow-Book. Illustrated
Sei Sh?nagon
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Éditeur:
Andrii Ponomarenko
Andrii Ponomarenko
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Format ouvert - aucune protection
Format ouvert - aucune protection
Année de parution:
2025
2025
ISBN-13:
9786178616830
Description:
The Pillow Book by Sei Sh?nagon is a literary masterpiece of the Japanese Heian period, offering a vivid, intimate glimpse into court life at the turn of the 11th century. Written by a lady-in-waiting to Empress Teishi, this remarkable collection of personal observations, lists, poems, and anecdotes blends elegance, wit, and sharp social insight.
Sh?nagon's keen eye captures the fleeting beauty of nature, the rituals of court etiquette, and the subtleties of human behavior with poetic grace and psychological depth. Her writing ranges from humorous and ironic to deeply reflective, making The Pillow Book not only a historical document but also a timeless exploration of aesthetics, sensitivity, and emotion.
This illustrated edition brings new life to Sh?nagon’s words through elegant visuals that echo the refined atmosphere of the Heian court. The artwork enhances the meditative and expressive qualities of the text, making it accessible and engaging for modern readers.
A unique blend of diary, poetry, and cultural commentary, The Pillow Book stands as one of the earliest and most enchanting examples of autobiographical literature. It is a treasure of world literature that continues to inspire with its charm, intelligence, and beauty.
Sh?nagon's keen eye captures the fleeting beauty of nature, the rituals of court etiquette, and the subtleties of human behavior with poetic grace and psychological depth. Her writing ranges from humorous and ironic to deeply reflective, making The Pillow Book not only a historical document but also a timeless exploration of aesthetics, sensitivity, and emotion.
This illustrated edition brings new life to Sh?nagon’s words through elegant visuals that echo the refined atmosphere of the Heian court. The artwork enhances the meditative and expressive qualities of the text, making it accessible and engaging for modern readers.
A unique blend of diary, poetry, and cultural commentary, The Pillow Book stands as one of the earliest and most enchanting examples of autobiographical literature. It is a treasure of world literature that continues to inspire with its charm, intelligence, and beauty.
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