Love Poems from the Japanese (Shambhala Library)

Love Poems from the Japanese (Shambhala Library)
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Drawn from classical, medieval, and modern sourcesâ‚¬"including the imperial collections of the Manyoshu and Kokinshuâ‚¬"the poems in this collection are some of the greatest love poems from the Japanese tradition. The poems range in tone from the spiritual longing of an isolated monk to the erotic ecstasy of a court princessâ‚¬"but share the extraordinary simplicity and luminosity of language that marks Kenneth Rexroth's verse style. An introduction by the poet and translator Sam Hamill, the editor of this collection, and short biographies of the poets are included.

The Shambhala Library is a series of exquisitely designed and produced cloth editions of the world's spiritual and literary classics, both ancient and modern. Perfect for collecting or as gifts, each volume features a sewn binding, decorative endsheets, and a ribbon markerâ‚¬"a delightful-to-hold 4 x 6 Â¾ trim size.
Country USA
Brand Shambhala
Manufacturer Shambhala
Binding Hardcover
ReleaseDate 2003-01-28
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781570629761

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