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Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden
Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden
Audiobook
Book Specifications
- Runtime: 18 hours 9 minutes
- Narrator: Bernadette Dunne
- Publisher: Penguin Random House Audio Publishing Group (2000)
- Genre: Historical Fiction
- ISBN: 9780739300572
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A historical epic that follows a young girl's transformation into Kyoto's most celebrated geisha and her fight for autonomy before the outbreak of World War II.
In Memoirs of a Geisha, Arthur Golden chronicles the life of Nitta Sayuri, a woman who navigates the demanding and secretive society of a Kyoto okiya. Sold away from her poor fishing village in 1929, the young girl with striking blue-gray eyes must master the ancient, technical arts of dance, music, and conversation to survive. As she transforms into a celebrated geisha, she learns to wield her influence in a world built on competition and strict social rules. The narrative follows her journey from her rigid training through the outbreak of World War II, examining the intense personal sacrifices required to forge her own path and find a rare kind of freedom on her own terms.
Why You’ll Love This Audiobook
Bernadette Dunne’s narration captures the reflective wisdom of an older Sayuri recounting her history with commanding grace. This immersive 18-hour and 9-minute performance is a compelling choice for listeners interested in the complex social history of pre-war Japan and the resilience of a woman authoring her own legacy within a highly controlled environment.
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