The Classic Tradition of Haiku: An Anthology (Dover Thrift Editions)
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The Classic Tradition of Haiku: An Anthology (Dover Thrift Editions)
Author:
Faubion Bowers
Language:
English
Format:
Paperback
Publication Date:
09/24/1996 00:00
ISBN:
0486292748
Pages:
96
Reading Level:
14+
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9780486292748
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A highly distilled form of Japanese poetry, haiku consists of seventeen syllables, usually divided among three lines. Though brief, they tell a story or paint a vivid picture, leaving it to the reader to draw out the meanings and complete them in the mind's eye. Haiku often contains a hidden dualism (near and far, then and now, etc.) and has a seasonal tie-in, as well as specific word-images that reveal deeper layers in each poem. This unique collection spans over 400 years (1488–1902) of haiku history by the greatest masters: Bashō, Issa, Shiki, and many more, in translations by top-flight scholars in the field. Haiku commands enormous respect in Japan. Now readers of poetry in the West can savor these expressive masterpieces in this treasury compiled by noted writer Faubion Bowers, who provides a Foreword and many informative notes to the poems.
The book, The Classic Tradition of Haiku: An Anthology (Dover Thrift Editions) [Bulk, Wholesale, Quantity] ISBN# 9780486292748 in Paperback by Faubion Bowers may be ordered in bulk quantities. Minimum starts at 25 copies. Availability based on publisher status and quantity being ordered.
The book, The Classic Tradition of Haiku: An Anthology (Dover Thrift Editions) [Bulk, Wholesale, Quantity] ISBN# 9780486292748 in Paperback by Faubion Bowers may be ordered in bulk quantities. Minimum starts at 25 copies. Availability based on publisher status and quantity being ordered.