Message from malvarenga

[Anonymous]

Thanks for posting this. I have not used this novel in any of my classes. It has not been part of my curriculum, however, I would like to incorporate part of it as part of a world literature unit. As you, I would have to be very careful choosing the excerpts to use in class. Additionally, I would have to look at several versions to determine which one is suitable for the age level of my students. This task will be hard since there are countless versions or editions available. If I do use the book, I could do lessons on life in early Japan, roles of women/men, and various aspects of culture. Students can create a venn diagram or t-chart comparing the rights and treatment of men v. the rights and treatment of women.
edited by malvarenga on 9/7/2015