Sei Shonagon

Court lady and writer

Sei Shonagon was a Japanese court lady and writer of the Heian period. She is best known for her book 'The Pillow Book', a collection of poetry, stories, and observations on life at the imperial court. Born around 966 CE, she was a member of the imperial court and held various positions, including lady-in-waiting to Empress Teishi. Her writing often explored themes of love, beauty, and the human condition. She is als...