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Basho The Chief Japanese Poet

Basho The Chief Japanese Poet

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Poetry CriticismGeneral PoetryJapanese History

ISBN10: 1425328989
ISBN13: 9781425328986
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 8 2005
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.10 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Basho The Chief Japanese Poet is a book written by Charles F. Horne that explores the life and works of Matsuo Basho, a renowned Japanese poet who lived in the 17th century. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Basho's life, including his upbringing, education, and travels throughout Japan. It also delves into the cultural and historical context of his poetry, highlighting the influence of Zen Buddhism and the Edo period on his work. The book includes numerous examples of Basho's poetry, accompanied by English translations and analysis of the themes and literary techniques employed. Overall, Basho The Chief Japanese Poet is a fascinating exploration of the life and work of one of Japan's most celebrated poets, offering valuable insights into the cultural and literary traditions of the country.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Japan, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100111.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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