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Memoirs of a Geisha Allusions and Cultural References

When authors give shout outs to other great works, people, and events, it's usually not accidental. Put on your super-sleuth hat and figure out why.

Literary and Philosophical References

  • Thomas Mann (12.74)
  • Ernest Hemingway (12.74)
  • Lady Murasaki Shikibu, The Tale of Genji (28.67)

Historical References

  • World War II (Chapters 28 and 29)

Pop Culture References

  • Charlie Chaplin (12.74)
  • Basil Rathbone (28.82)