Ep. 8: Murasaki Shikibu, the Heian Era Icon Who Wrote The Tale of Genji
Aired on June 1, 2016
This episode explores the life of Murasaki Shikibu, a talented lady-in-waiting from the Heian period. She is the author of The Tale of Genji, a significant work of 11th-century literature. Some critics consider this text to be the first novel ever written. The narrative highlights her contribution to history as the creator of this enduring masterpiece. The content is sourced from Crunchyroll.
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