MEMOIRS OF A GEISHA

Transport yourself to the fascinating world of Japanese geishas with the novel "Memoirs of a Geisha." It's a story of beauty, tradition, and sacrifice that touches and inspires. Discover the story of Sayuri, a girl sold to a geisha school, and discover her path to becoming one of the most respected artists in Kyoto.

• Engaging plot that transports you to an exotic world
• Unforgettable characters that stay in your memory
• Beautiful descriptions of Japanese culture and tradition
• Moving story about love, loss and hope
• Inspiring story about the power of femininity and determination
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"Memoirs of a Geisha" is a novel that has won the hearts of readers around the world. The story of Sayuri, the daughter of a simple fisherman, begins in 1929, when as a nine-year-old girl she is sold by her father to a renowned geisha school in Kyoto. Through Sayuri's eyes, we follow her education, which is aimed at making time more pleasant for men: learning to dance, music, wearing a kimono, the art of makeup and hair styling, pouring sake.

Sensitive and intelligent Sayuri is thrown into a brutal reality in which a girl's virginity becomes a commodity sold at auction to the highest bidder. She is successful as a geisha and is sought after by influential clients. But can a woman who has no right to love find true happiness? This book is not only a story about geishas, but also a universal story about the search for one's own identity and place in the world.

The novel has received numerous awards and has become a bestseller around the world. It was the basis for an Oscar-winning film with the unforgettable role of Ziyi Zhang. "Memoirs of a Geisha" is a must-read for all lovers of fine literature and Japanese culture. Let yourself be carried away by this extraordinary story and discover a world where beauty and tradition intertwine with pain and sacrifice.