About “The Makioka Sisters”

The Makioka Sisters is a novel by Junichiro Tanizaki. It tells the story of four sisters and the declining fortunes of a traditional Japanese family. The book is a loving and nostalgic depiction of the sumptuous and intricate life of Osaka's upper class just before World War Two. Tanizaki portrays this era with great detail, highlighting the complexities of pride and tradition. The novel brings a lost time to life with careful and vivid storytelling.

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Latest edition
2019 · ISBN 9781784875435
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9781784875435
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Makioka Sisters 2019 9781784875435 Buy on Amazon
Makioka Sisters 2010 9781407053776 Buy on Amazon
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Makioka Sisters 2010 9781407053806 Buy on Amazon
The Makioka sisters 1995 0679761640 Buy on Amazon
The Makioka sisters 1994 1857151550 Buy on Amazon
The Makioka sisters 1993 0679424520 Buy on Amazon
The Makioka sisters 1993 0749397101 Buy on Amazon
The Makioka sisters 1983 0330280465 Buy on Amazon
The Makioka sisters 1983 0436516047 Buy on Amazon

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How many pages is The Makioka Sisters?

The Makioka Sisters by Jun'ichirō Tanizaki has 576 pages.

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