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The Ink Dark Moon: Love Poems by Ono no Komachi and Izumi Shikibu, Women of the Ancient Court of Japan

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Izumi Shikibu

Izumi Shikibu was a renowned female poet of the Heian period in Japan, active in the 10th century. Her poetry is known for its delicate emotions and profound philosophy, which has had a profound impact on classical Japanese literature. more

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