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419 pages • first pub 1002 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780231073370
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Publication date: 30 December 1991
Description
The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon is a fascinating, detailed account of Japanese court life in the eleventh century. Written by a lady of the court at the height of Heian culture, this book enthralls with its lively gossip, witty observations, and s...
Community Reviews Summary of 743 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 59%
funny 55%
informative 51%
relaxing 40%
inspiring 17%
emotional 15%
challenging 7%
hopeful 3%
adventurous 1%
sad 1%
Pace
medium 26%
fast 10%
Average rating
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Graphic
Animal cruelty, Classism, InfidelityModerate
Misogyny, Sexual content, BullyingMinor
Alcohol, Body shaming, Chronic illness
419 pages • first pub 1002 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780231073370
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Publication date: 30 December 1991
Description
The Pillow Book of Sei Shonagon is a fascinating, detailed account of Japanese court life in the eleventh century. Written by a lady of the court at the height of Heian culture, this book enthralls with its lively gossip, witty observations, and s...
Community Reviews Summary of 743 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 59%
funny 55%
informative 51%
relaxing 40%
inspiring 17%
emotional 15%
challenging 7%
hopeful 3%
adventurous 1%
sad 1%
Pace
medium 26%
fast 10%
Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Animal cruelty, Classism, InfidelityModerate
Misogyny, Sexual content, BullyingMinor
Alcohol, Body shaming, Chronic illness