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The book explores the life and poetic genius of Izumi Shikibu, a renowned poet and femme fatale of the Heian court. Celebrated for her exceptional contributions to literature, her poetry has been featured in various imperial anthologies, showcasing her lasting impact on Japanese culture. The narrative highlights her unique position within the court and her enduring legacy as one of the greatest poets in Japan's history.
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The Izumi Shikibu nikki, Shikibu Izumi
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- Released
- 2019
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- Title
- The Izumi Shikibu nikki
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Shikibu Izumi
- Publisher
- TOYO Press
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 176
- ISBN13
- 9789492722225
- Category
- Poetry
- Description
- The book explores the life and poetic genius of Izumi Shikibu, a renowned poet and femme fatale of the Heian court. Celebrated for her exceptional contributions to literature, her poetry has been featured in various imperial anthologies, showcasing her lasting impact on Japanese culture. The narrative highlights her unique position within the court and her enduring legacy as one of the greatest poets in Japan's history.