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One Hundred Great Books in Haiku

By David Bader
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One Hundred Great Books in Haiku by David Bader offers a delightful and whimsical take on classic literature. Each well-known book is summarized in a witty haiku, providing a unique and humorous perspective. This collection is perfect for literature lovers seeking a light-hearted yet insightful exploration of celebrated works.
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One Hundred Great Books in Haiku

In the 16th century, Zen monks in Japan developed the haiku, an unrhymed poetic form consisting of 17 syllables arranged in three lines. David Bader has applied this ancient poetic form to the classics. From Homer to Milton to Dostyevsky, the great books are finally within reach of even the shortest attention spans!

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

In the sixteenth century, Zen monks in Japan developed the haiku, an unrhymed poetic form consisting of 17 syllables arranged in three lines. Now, in One Hundred Great Books in Haiku, David Bader has applied this ancient poetic form to the classics.

From Homer to Milton to Dostoevsky, the great books are finally within reach of even the shortest attention spans!

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141399423

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 June 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 180.0mm

Weight: 78g

Pages: 104

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About the Author

Manhattan attorney turned haiku humorist, David Bader is the author of US cult hits Haikus for Jews- For you, a Little Wisdom and Zen Judaism- For You, a Little Enlightenment. He lives and counts syllables in New York City.

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