The Tale of Genji-A Novel In Four Parts By Lady Murasaki The LIterary Guild 1935 Hardcover /cb Hush-Puppies The edges are all hemmed

The edges are all hemmed and may be French rolled

The spine is still intact

Black bottom

Shoulder to shoulder 17 1/2”

The Tale of Genji-A Novel In Four Parts By Lady Murasaki The LIterary Guild 1935 Hardcover /cb Hush-Puppies The edges are all hemmedThe Tale Of Genji A Novel in Four Parts by Lady Murasaki, translated from the Japanese by Arthur Waley. Published by The Literary Guild in 1935, hardcover, 743 pages. The Tale of Genji, written by Lady Murasaki Shikibu in the early 11th century during Japans Heian period is often considered the worlds first novel. It follows the life and romantic exploits of Hikaru Genji the son of an emperor, who is demoted to commoner status due to political