Autobiography Of A Geisha by Sayo Masuda

This poignant memoir offers a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the life of a young girl sold into servitude in pre-war Japan, where she is trained to become a geisha. Through her candid narrative, she unveils the harsh realities and emotional struggles faced in the geisha world, far removed from the romanticized image often portrayed. Her story is one of resilience and survival, as she navigates a life marked by exploitation, societal expectations, and personal sacrifice, ultimately seeking a path to freedom and self-acceptance.