Basho, Matsuo
The Narrow Road to the Deep North and Other Travel Sketches (Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140441857
- author:
- Basho, Matsuo
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 12.95 x 1.02 x 19.81 centimetres
- Genre:
- Other prose: 16th to 18th centuries
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Basho's haiku poems capture the natural world with simplicity and delicacy of feeling. In "The Narrow Road to the Deep North", he describes his travels through Japan, seeking spiritual enlightenment. The book combines poetry and prose, exploring the beauty of the world around him and the mysteries of the universe.
This edition features a lucid translation by Nobuyuki Yuasa, which preserves the lyrical qualities of Basho's work. The book includes maps and notes on the texts, providing a deeper understanding of the haibun style and its development. With its rich and evocative language, "The Narrow Road to the Deep North" is a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in poetry and travel writing.
Published by Penguin Classics, this edition represents a significant work in the English-speaking world's literary heritage. With its authoritative text and introduction, it is a valuable addition to any bookshelf.
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