{"product_id":"9780143039495","title":"The Tale Of Genji","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a classic work of fiction from medieval Japan, celebrated as one of the earliest novels. It explores court life, love, ambition, and shifting political fortunes through the eyes of a royal son whose romantic and social adventures shape the era. Intended for adult readers, literature students, and curious history lovers, the tone is refined, insightful, and enduringly poetic.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe reading experience is story-led and prose-driven, with a translation that balances elegance and readability. This abridged edition concentrates on the early chapters, tracing the young nobleman’s formative experiences and first moments of triumph. The text remains faithful to the original while resonating with modern readers. In addition to the main narrative, the edition includes notes, glossaries, a character list, and a chronology to illuminate courtly life, etiquette, and historical context.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders move through lush scenes of palace life, intimate moments, and political maneuvering that illuminate character, desire, and consequence. By focusing on the protagonist’s youth, the edition offers an accessible entry point into a sprawling historical tapestry, inviting reflection on timeless human themes while preserving the work’s elegance and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbridged narrative focusing on the early life and formative years of a central figure in medieval court life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotes, glossaries, a character list, and a chronology to aid understanding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA translation that balances poetic beauty with clear modern readability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA gateway to classical literature, historical fiction, and cultural history for adult readers and students\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter finishing, readers gain a refined appreciation for timeless themes—love and power, loyalty and fate—along with a stronger ability to engage with classic literature and world history. The reading experience leaves a lasting impression of craftsmanship, humanity, and cultural history that invites further reading and ongoing curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540427124953,"sku":"BK0536277","price":1283.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/71--f99MQdL._SL1500.jpg?v=1779264494","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780143039495","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}