The Tale of Genji

This Norton Critical Edition includes: Dennis Washburns acclaimed and unabridged translation of Murasaki Shikibus eleventh-century literary masterpiece, widely considered the worlds first novel. Editorial matter by Dennis Washburn. Fourteen background selectionsfrom the eleventh-century The Daughter of Sugawara no Takasue to Virginia Woolfcarefully selected to increase the readers understanding and appreciation of this nuanced and vibrant work. Nine critical essays on The Tale of Genjis central themes. An index of songs and poetry, three chronologies and a selected bibliography. About the Series Read by more than 12 million students over fifty-five years, Norton Critical Editions set the standard for apparatus that is right for undergraduate readers. The three-part formatannotated text, contexts and criticismhelps students to better understand, analyse and appreciate the literature, while opening a wide range of teaching possibilities for instructors. Whether in print or in digital format, Norton Critical Editions provide all the resources students need.