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The Hokku Or Epigram Versus Of Basho

The Hokku Or Epigram Versus Of Basho

Basho
Horne, Charles F.

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Entertainment & Performing ArtsLiterary CriticismGeneral Poetry

ISBN10: 1162848413
ISBN13: 9781162848419
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 28
Weight: 0.15
Height: 0.06 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Hokku Or Epigram Verses Of Basho by Charles F. Horne is a book that explores the works of Matsuo Basho, a renowned Japanese poet from the 17th century. The book delves into the art of hokku, which is a form of Japanese poetry that is characterized by its simplicity and focus on nature. Basho is considered to be one of the greatest hokku poets of all time, and this book provides an in-depth analysis of his works.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of Basho's poetry. The author provides a detailed explanation of the hokku form and how it differs from other forms of Japanese poetry. He also discusses the role of nature in Basho's poetry and how he used it to convey deeper meanings.The book includes a selection of Basho's most famous hokku, along with English translations and commentary. The author analyzes each poem, providing insight into its meaning and the techniques used by Basho to create it. He also discusses the cultural and historical context in which the poems were written, providing readers with a deeper understanding of Basho's work.Overall, The Hokku Or Epigram Verses Of Basho is a comprehensive guide to the works of one of the greatest hokku poets of all time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Japanese poetry, nature, or the art of writing.THIS 26 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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