Haiku

Name: Haiku
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9780714124018
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This collection presents 60 classic Japanese haiku by renowned poets such as Basho, Kyoshi, and Shiki, thoughtfully arranged by season. Each poem captures the essence of a fleeting moment or emotion with just 17 syllables. The book includes an introduction exploring the history and significance of haiku, along with brief biographical notes on the major poets.
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Format: Hardback

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Ideal for readers interested in poetry, Japanese culture, and those seeking a graceful introduction to haiku and its artistic heritage.

This collection features 60 classic haiku by masters such as Basho, Kyoshi and Shiki, arranged by season and covering all the most popular subjects. The text features an introduction explaining the background to Japanese haiku and a short biographical note about each of the major poets.

Description

Japanese Haiku has been a much-loved form of poetry for many centuries. Composed of 17 syllables, it can convey the essence of an emotion, a fleeting moment in nature, or a throwaway comment.

This collection features 60 classic haiku by masters such as Basho, Kyoshi, and Shiki, arranged by season and covering all the most popular subjects. The text includes an introduction explaining the background of Japanese haiku and a short biographical note about each of the major poets.

An excellent introduction to the treasures of Japanese poetry and art.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780714124018

Publisher: British Museum Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 November 2002

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: British Museum Press

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout; 38 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

Edited by David Cobb

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 184.0mm

Weight: 330g

Pages: 96

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Poetry

About the Author

David Cobb is president of the British Haiku Society. His haiku have appeared widely in anthologies and won a number of international awards. He is the editor of The Genius of Haiku: readings from R.H.Blyth, The Haiku Kit and co-editor of The Iron Book of British Haiku.