Basho The Chief Japanese Poet

Book Overview

""Basho The Chief Japanese Poet"" written by Charles F. Horne is a comprehensive biography of Matsuo Basho, a Japanese poet who lived in the 17th century. The book delves into the life and works of Basho, who is considered to be one of the greatest poets in Japanese history. The author traces the poet's life from his childhood to his journey as a wandering poet, and his eventual rise to fame. The book also explores the cultural and historical context of Basho's poetry, and how it reflects the social and political climate of his time. Horne's book provides a detailed analysis of Basho's poetry, including his famous haikus, and how he developed his unique style. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Japanese literature, poetry, and culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162854537
• ISBN13: 9781162854533
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 30 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"