Memoirs of a Geisha : A Novel

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Summary: A Golden era brought to life . . .
Review: With great sublety and meticulous research, Golden brings to life the vanishing world of the Gion geisha. Far from being a common prostitute, a geisha is an "Artist Person", and Golden illustrates this fabulous world as well as any westerner ever has, although the heroine is a fictional creation. A wonderful book.

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Summary: A MUST READ
Review: There's nothing more satisfying than reading a book that doesn't leave your side...you want to read it as often as possible until that last page. And then it's all over...what a great novel.

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Summary: Perhaps the only book i've finished reading in 3 days time..
Review: We all know of Cinderella and of Beauty and the Beast... but nothing can compare to the story told in Memoirs of a Geisha. At one point in the story... I almost believed that the story was true... this tale perhaps is one that will live forever in any readers heart.

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Summary: Great Journey into an Interesting World
Review: This book was great in that it gave me not only insight the life of a geisha without ever getting boring!

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Summary: A wonderful book!
Review: This book is truly a page-turner. It was an engrossing journey to watch Chiyo grow from a child into a geisha. It is one of the best books I have read in years.

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Summary: Undeniably the best book I've ever read.
Review: Where to begin? Aurthur Golden's extraordinary novel truely captures the life of a geisha, leaving nothing more to be desired. This book kept me totally captivated from start to finish - never was there an unneccesary word or a dull paragraphy. What an exquisit work of literature!

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Summary: Excellent literature, destined to become a classic.
Review: As a student of English Literature and an avid reader for many years, I have read thousands of books. Many of them move me. Memoirs of a Geisha is one of these. Arthur Golden has created a classic tale of love, life, change and growth. I feel as if I had the opportunity to meet an amazing woman. I am a fan of any fiction that is historial as well, and this novel provides educated insight into pre-WWII Japan. A must read.

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Summary: Excellent book!
Review: This is an excellent book that was nearly impossible for me to put down once I had started reading it. I HIGHLY recommend this to the serious reader who is looking for something different from the usual memoir-type books.

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Summary: Great! I'd give it ten stars if I could.
Review: Memoirs Of A Geisha does not need an articulate and witty review, like most of the reviews I just read. It is simply, a really good book. I think anyone who likes to read will love this book. This book would appeal to readers ranging from Jane Austen to Danielle Steele. I think the coolest thing about this book is that A non- japenese GUY wrote it. This book will take you to another level!

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Summary: Unforgettable, captivating experience
Review: Not since my childhood introduction to the "classics" have I been so intrigued by a novel. I cannot recall the last time I found myself in possession of such a brilliantly told story, narrated by an equally accomplished author. Golden has created a masterpiece filled with both historical integrity and human dignity. I found myself slowing the pace of my reading to prolong my interest and pleasure, while learning to appreciate the complexities of this beautiful, if not at times, cruel culture. I have recommended this book to every woman I know.