About the book: 2009 / Compiled in the form of a reader, a study of the Heian period (794-1185), which is rightfully considered the time of formation of a distinctive national culture. Based on translations of texts that are examples of both business documentation and belles lettres. Equipped with a rich reference apparatus. For specialists and a wide range of readers interested in the history and culture of Japan. Edited by I.S. Smirnova Compilation, introduction, translation from ancient Japanese and comments by Maxim Vasilievich Grachev.