The Penguin Book Of Japanese Verse Geoffrey Bownas Anthony Thwaite 1972 Book
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The Penguin Book Of Japanese Verse Geoffrey Bownas Anthony Thwaite 1972 Book. The collection introduces readers to court poetry, folk songs, lullabies, tanka, haiku, and other forms that shaped Japan’s literary imagination. Book is in good condition. Photos are the final arbiter of condition. The Penguin Book Of Japanese Verse Geoffrey Bownas Anthony Thwaite 1972 Book The Penguin Book Of Japanese Verse gathers a broad historical sweep of Japanese poetry in English translation, beginning with early and primitive verse and moving through the Nara, Heian, Kamakura, Muromachi, Edo, and modern periods. The collection introduces readers to court poetry, folk songs, lullabies, tanka, haiku, and other forms that shaped Japan’s literary imagination. Translated and introduced by Geoffrey Bownas and Anthony Thwaite, the volume emphasizes poetry as a living cultural tradition rather than a museum piece. Its selections highlight nature, love, parting, seasonal awareness, courtly refinement, wit, sadness, and spiritual reflection across centuries of Japanese poetic expression. Book is in good condition. Photos are the final arbiter of condition. Please see photos for details, and let me know if you have any questions. Shipping and Return Details Use Coupon Code THEBOOKSAVINGS for a Buy 2 Get 2 FREE at checkout (must have 4 books in cart to apply). FREE Shipping if your order total is over $100. We can combine shipping. We ship daily so you can expect a quick delivery! We offer free returns. No questions asked. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. Thank you from John a small town bookshop.
