grandson, Niou, and supposed son, Kaoru.

Historical context

Murasaki lived at the height of the Fujiwara clan's power. Fujiwara no Michinaga was the regent in all but name, and the most significant political figure of his day. Consequently, Murasaki is believed to have formed the character of Genji partly through her experience of Michinaga.

The Tale of Genji may have been written chapter by chapter, as Murasaki delivered installments

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