Book detail: The pillow-book of Sei Shonagon: Translated by Arthur Waley is presented as a focused source page for quotations connected with this book, collection, transcript, or source record.
This book is a compilation of the personal musings and observations of Sei Shonagon, a court woman during the Heian period in Japan. It offers insights into the customs, social dynamics, and aesthetic sensibilities of the time. The text is translated into English by Arthur Waley, providing readers with access to this rich cultural and historical document.
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