On Love and Barley

Name: On Love and Barley
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780140444599
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Haiku of Basho

By Matsuo Basho

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On Love and Barley is a collection of haiku poetry by Matsuo Basho, a master of the form, capturing the beauty of nature and the fleeting moments of life. Through simple yet profound imagery, Basho evokes themes of love, solitude, and the changing seasons, offering deep insights into the human experience. This work not only showcases Basho's exquisite skill in haiku but also provides a glimpse into Japanese culture and aesthetics.
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You might enjoy this collection if you appreciate the elegance of haiku and the beauty of nature woven with life's simplicity. The works capture the essence of Japanese culture and provide a reflection on transience and serenity, offering a sense of calm and introspective delight.

On Love and Barley

Presents the poems that combine 'karumi', or lightness of touch, with the Zen ideal of oneness with creation and evoke the natural world - the cherry blossom, the leaping frog, the summer moon or the winter snow - suggesting the smallness of human life in comparison to the vastness and drama of nature.

Basho, one of the greatest of Japanese poets and the master of haiku, was also a Buddhist monk and a life-long traveller.

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On Love and Barley by Matsuo Basho presents the work of one of the greatest Japanese poets, a master of haiku. Known not only for his literary genius, Basho was also a Buddhist monk and a lifelong traveller.

His poems embody 'karumi', or lightness of touch, and embrace the Zen ideal of oneness with creation. Each verse beautifully evokes aspects of the natural world, whether it be the cherry blossom, the leaping frog, the summer moon, or the winter snow, subtly highlighting the smallness of human life against the vastness and drama of nature.

Basho valued solitude and lived a life free from possessions. His haikus are reflections of an observant eye and a meditative mind, unfettered by materialism and deeply attuned to the beauty surrounding him.

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On Love and Barley by Matsuo Basho is generally praised for its evocative haikus that celebrate nature and the transient beauty of life. Reviewers appreciate Basho's ability to convey deep emotion and philosophical insights with brevity and elegance, highlighting his significant influence on Japanese literature and poetry. The collection is often described as both inspiring and meditative, offering readers a contemplative experience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140444599

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 August 1985

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Translated by Lucien Stryk

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 80g

Pages: 96

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About the Author

Basho was born near Kyoto in 1644. A poet and diarist, he spent his youth as companion to the son of the local lord, and with him studied the writing of poetry. In 1667 he moved to Edo (now Tokyo) and continued to write verse. Eventually, he became a recluse. His writings are strongly influenced by the Zen sect of Buddhism. Lucien Stryk is a well-known translator.