{"title":"Kiyoko Murata","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Kiyoko Murata, an esteemed author renowned for her profound contributions to historical fiction. Her storytelling prowess shines through in works like \u003cem\u003eA Woman of Pleasure\u003c\/em\u003e, where she masterfully weaves rich narratives steeped in historical authenticity and vibrant characterisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMurata's novels invite readers to explore deeply personal journeys set against meticulously researched historical backdrops. Her unique ability to blend fact with fiction offers readers an immersive experience that transports them to different eras, making history feel palpable and immediate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book within this collection is a testament to Murata's skill in capturing the human spirit and emotions, against the trials and tribulations of history. For those with a penchant for historical fiction that resonates with authenticity and emotional depth, Kiyoko Murata's works are sure to enthral and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore this collection today and delve into the extraordinary narratives crafted by Kiyoko Murata, where history and humanity intersect with elegance and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-woman-of-pleasure-by-kiyoko-murata-9781804440889","title":"A Woman of Pleasure","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Akutagawa Prize-winning author Kiyoko Murata comes a dazzling historical novel about the courtesans whose strike brought down a red-light district.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Only Kiyoko Murata can convey this world' YOKO OGAWA, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Memory Police\u003c\/em\u003e, Yomiuri Shibun.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe year is 1903, and tenacious and spirited Aoi Ichi is sold to the most exclusive brothel in Kumamoto, Japan, becoming the protégé of Shinonome, the oiran, or the highest-ranking courtesan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough Shinonome's teachings, fifteen-year-old Ichi begins to understand the intertwined power of sex and money. Education for a courtesan extends beyond the art of seduction, and as Ichi is taught to read and write, she develops a voice that refuses to be dampened by the brothel's rigid hierarchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOutside the cloistered world of the red-light district, rumours of local worker strikes grow, and as the seasons change in Kumamoto, Ichi, Shinonome, and their fellow courtesans begin to wonder how they might redistribute the power and wealth of the brothels among themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCritically acclaimed veteran writer Kiyoko Murata creates in stunning detail the harsh yet vibrant lives of women in a red-light district at the turn of the twentieth century. Based on real-life events, \u003cem\u003eA Woman of Pleasure\u003c\/em\u003e is a testament to the bonds between women and the power of owning one's language and freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45885846552812,"sku":"9781804440889","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781804440889.jpg?v=1731023238"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/kiyoko-murata.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}