A Net Of Fireflies: Japanese Haiku And Haiku Paintings

A Net Of Fireflies: Japanese Haiku And Haiku Paintings

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Harold Stewart
Binding: Hardback
Published: CHARLES E. TUTTLE COMPANY, 1972

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Worn
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

A Net of Fireflies: Japanese Haiku and Haiku Paintings presents a captivating collection that bridges the ancient art of Japanese poetry with its visual counterparts. This volume illustrates the delicate beauty and profound simplicity inherent in haiku, offering readers a unique insight into the interplay between word and image. Harold Stewart's meticulous translation uncovers the essence of these brief, evocative poems, allowing their subtle power to resonate. The accompanying haiku paintings further enrich the experience, providing a visual dialogue that complements the poetic form. This work serves as an essential resource for enthusiasts of Japanese culture and poetic expression, revealing the enduring legacy of a timeless art form.

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Description

Author: Harold Stewart
Binding: Hardback
Published: CHARLES E. TUTTLE COMPANY, 1972

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Worn
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

A Net of Fireflies: Japanese Haiku and Haiku Paintings presents a captivating collection that bridges the ancient art of Japanese poetry with its visual counterparts. This volume illustrates the delicate beauty and profound simplicity inherent in haiku, offering readers a unique insight into the interplay between word and image. Harold Stewart's meticulous translation uncovers the essence of these brief, evocative poems, allowing their subtle power to resonate. The accompanying haiku paintings further enrich the experience, providing a visual dialogue that complements the poetic form. This work serves as an essential resource for enthusiasts of Japanese culture and poetic expression, revealing the enduring legacy of a timeless art form.