Geisha
Geisha
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
Kyoto, Japan • 1970s
1998
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Geisha, Liza Dalby explores the lives of geishas in Japan, based on her personal experiences and research as the first Western geisha. The book provides a detailed cultural and historical context, highlighting the artistry, traditions, and social roles of these performers, all while emphasizing their individuality and human stories.
Informative
Mysterious
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Liza Dalby's Geisha intrigues readers with a rare, authentic glimpse into geisha culture, enriched by her personal experiences. Readers appreciate her anthropological insight and storytelling. However, some critique the book for lacking deeper analysis and for being more descriptive than critical. Overall, it offers a vivid yet light exploration of an enigmatic world.
Who Should Read Geisha?
Readers who enjoy cultural history and ethnographic studies would be drawn to Liza Dalby's Geisha. Fans of Arthur Golden's Memoirs of a Geisha or Alex Kerr's Lost Japan will appreciate the insider's perspective on the enigmatic, traditional world of Japanese geisha.
4,838 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Book • Nonfiction
Kyoto, Japan • 1970s
1998
Adult
18+ years
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