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Step back in time to the elegant Heian period of Japan with "Diaries of Court Ladies of Old Japan." This collection offers an intimate glimpse into the lives, thoughts, and emotions of women within the Japanese court. Featuring "The Sarashina Diary," "The Diary of Murasaki Shikibu," and "The Diary of Izumi Shikibu," this volume showcases the unique perspectives of three remarkable women. Their diaries provide invaluable insights into the social customs, artistic pursuits, and personal experiences of courtiers. Explore the world of classical Japanese literature and discover the enduring power of these personal narratives. Experience firsthand accounts of courtly life and gain a deeper understanding of Japanese history and culture through the eyes of the women who lived it. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.