The Tale of Genji is an outstanding Japanese epic novel written by the ancient Japanese poetess Murasaki Shikibu in the 11th century. This book is considered the first complete prose romantic work in world literature. The protagonist of the novel, Prince Genji, impresses with his beauty and intelligence, winning the hearts of beautiful women and excelling in battles and political intrigues. In addition, the novel is full of poetic descriptions of nature and human feelings, which transport the reader to the mysterious world of ancient Japan. "The Tale of Genji" is a masterpiece of world literature that impresses with its wisdom, beauty of language and depth of feelings. This is a book that has stood the test of time and remains a source of inspiration for readers around the world.