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    Murasaki Shikibu

    Murasaki Shikibu

    Awards & Honours

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    Honours

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    Rankings

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    Records

    Murasaki Shikibu stands as a towering figure in world literature, recognized as the author of the world's first psychological novel. Her work, The Tale of Genji, has been celebrated for over a millennium and is studied in universities worldwide. She is a central figure in the field of Japanese studies, with entire departments dedicated to her work. Her legacy includes being featured in UNESCO's Memory of the World Register and appearing on numerous "Greatest of All Time" lists in literature. Her influence extends beyond Japan, making her a global icon of literary achievement.

    Murasaki Shikibu receiving an award

    Honours & Distinctions

    UNESCO Memory of the World Register

    UNESCO·N/A

    Her works are consistently cited as heritage.

    Greatest Novels Lists

    Various Publications·Ongoing

    The Tale of Genji frequently appears on lists of the greatest novels ever written.

    Rankings & Lists

    #1

    Greatest Novels Ever Written

    Global Literary Critics·Ongoing

    Records & Feats

    Author of the World's First Psychological Novel

    Historic First·1012

    Written between 1000 and 1012, predating the European novel by nearly 600 years.

    Oldest Novel in Existence

    Literary Milestone·1012

    The Tale of Genji is recognized as the oldest novel in the world.

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