The Pillow Book
Sei Shonagon
Step into the opulent world of court life in tenth-century Japan with The Pillow Book. Written by Sei Shonagon, a court gentlewoman, this classic work offers a fascinating peek into the pleasures and whims of nobility during the Heian period. From poetry and love to fashion and nature, Shonagon covers a wide range of themes with wit and intimacy, providing a unique window into a woman's life at court. Delve into this exquisite portrayal of a confined world where harsh realities are kept at bay.
Publish Date
1991-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
1991-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1002
Goodreads Rating
4.02
ISBN
9780140448061
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2020-12-04T20:07:02.000Z
From this week's #happierpodcast: Think of a book that you read in high school or college that you still think about, and re-read it.
For example, I still remember "The Pillow Book" by Sei Shonogun and still have my copy from college. – source