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  • The Tale of Genji 

    3 minutes read

    Summary The Tale of Genji (Genji Monogatari), written by Murasaki Shikibu in the early 11th century, is considered the world’s first novel and a masterpiece of Japanese literature. Set in the imperial court of Heian-era Japan, it follows the life and loves of Hikaru Genji, the “Shining Prince.” Through a tapestry of romance, political intrigue, and…

  • The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde

    4 minutes read

    The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde remains one of the most influential works of Gothic literature. First published in 1890, the novel explores beauty, vanity, corruption, and the price of a conscience ignored. This version of the Picture of Dorian Gray audiobook allows listeners to experience Wilde’s elegant language and haunting atmosphere in…