Backroads to Far Towns: Basho's Travel Journal

Backroads to Far Towns: Basho's Travel Journal

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Oct 1, 2004 · English · Paperback (128 pages)
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Book Details

Format Paperback
Pages 128
Language English
Published Oct 1, 2004
Publisher White Pine Press
ISBN-10 189399631X
ISBN-13 9781893996311

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Matsuo Bashō, a luminary in the world of Haiku poetry, invites readers to journey alongside him in this exploration of his travel experiences. Through vivid descriptions and reflective insights, he captures the beauty and simplicity of Japan's landscapes, bringing each scene to life with his keen observational skills.

Joined by Hide Oshiro and Cid Corman, readers are offered a unique perspective that blends translation with interpretation, revealing the depth of Bashō's reflections on nature, human interactions, and the meditation on existence. The narrative offers a window into the heart of 17th-century Japan, showcasing not only the physical travels but also the internal voyages that shape a poet's soul.

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Manga Graphic Novels Poetry Travel Contemporary
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