The Tale of the Heike

by Anonymous

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Overview

The Tale of the Heike is one of the masterworks of Japanese literature, ranking with The Tale of Genji in quality and prestige. This new translation is not only far more readable than earlier ones, it is also much more faithful to the content and style of the original. Intended for the general audience as well as the specialist, this edition is highly annotated.

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Book details & editions

ISBN	0804718032
Publisher
Publication date	January 1219
Language	English
Pages	489 pages

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Anonymous

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.