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Memoirs of a Geisha

by Arthur Golden

Memoirs of a Geisha

by Arthur Golden

Embark on an intimate journey with Sayuri, a girl with strikingly distinct blue-grey eyes, whose life undergoes an extraordinary transformation from a humble fishing village upbringing to becoming one of Japan's most celebrated geisha. As a child in 1929, Sayuri is sold into the secret world of the geisha, where she trains in the artful skills of entertainment, wearing ornate kimonos, and perfecting her beauty routine. In the heart of Kyoto's pleasure district of Gion, Sayuri navigates through the complexities of jealousy, rivalry, and the coveted attentions of powerful men. Amidst the turmoil and destruction of World War II, she must adapt to survive, reinventing herself to claim a singular form of freedom forged on her own terms. 'Memoirs of a Geisha' is a poignant exploration of a concealed world marked by rituals, beauty, and the paradox of a geisha's life—a canvas of servitude and stigma intertwined with elegance and allure.

  • Historical
  • Fiction
  • Drama
  • Cultural
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