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Shikibu weaves tales of longing and desire, capturing the intricate dance of love amidst the constraints of society. Her characters breathe with emotion, navigating the fragile balance between duty and passion in a vividly painted Heian world.
Shikibu Trivia
Who is the author of "The Tale of Genji"? (Medium)
#1: Murasaki Shikibu
#2: Sei Shonagon
#3: Haruki Murakami
#4: Yasunari Kawabata
What was the primary occupation of Murasaki Shikibu? (Expert)
#1: Court lady
#2: Farmer
#3: Warrior
#4: Merchant
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Shikibu Fun Facts
Murasaki Shikibu, the author of The Tale of Genji, is often considered the world's first novelist, writing in the early 11th century during the Heian period in Japan.
Murasaki Shikibu's name is derived from the color purple (murasaki), and she was said to be inspired by the noblewoman's dress and the beauty of the purple flowers common in her time.
Shikibu Polls
What is your favorite work by Murasaki Shikibu?
The Tale of Genji
The Tale of Saigyo
The Diary of Lady Murasaki
The Poetic Works of Murasaki Shikibu
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