At its most basic, The Tale of Genji is an absorbing introduction to the culture of the aristocracy in early Heian Japan—its forms of entertainment, its manner of dress, its daily life, and its moral code. ... Most of the story concerns the loves of Genji, and each of the women in his life is vividly delineated.
What is qualities of Genji?
Genji is Murasaki Shikibu's ideal of manhood. He is gentle, poetic, stunningly handsome, and, above all, a tender lover.
What can you learn from the Tale of Genji?
A major theme of the 'Tale of Genji' concerns love, lust, and the interaction of members of the opposing sexes; it also explores the different themes of affection, friendship, filial loyalty, and family bonds.8 ene 2013