Helen Craig McCullough Bücher

This small handbook is designed primarily as a reference tool for students of classical Japanese (bungo) who possess a working knowledge of the modern language. The first of its two main sections discusses suffixes attached to each of the verbal bases recognized by Japanese grammarians; the second treats important particles and miscellaneous parts of speech in alphabetical order. A table lists suffixes and their bases in alphabetical order, with cross references to the first section; three others show modern and classical verb and adjective categories and their bases. There are also short sections on grammatical patterns, respect verbs, sound changes, and traditional kana usage. Now includes a six-page index compiled by John Wallace, University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Set in the late eleventh or early twelfth century, this historical tale explores the life of Fujiwara Michinaga, a prominent political figure in the influential Fujiwara family during the Heian period. The narrative provides a rich portrayal of both Michinaga's personal experiences and the broader societal context, reflecting the intricacies of court life and power dynamics of the time. This new and complete translation offers readers an insightful glimpse into a pivotal era in Japanese history.