Narrow Road to the Interior
And Other Writings (Shambhala Pocket Library)
Matsuo Basho
Experience the artistry of one of Asia's greatest literary icons with this complete collection of works from Matsuo Basho. Known for his skillful elevation of haiku to a spiritual art form, Basho takes readers on a journey through the far northern provinces of Japan in his most famous work, Narrow Road to the Interior. This volume also features three other important works by Basho and over 250 of his most beautiful haiku. Delve into the life and work of this iconic writer with an introduction and essay on the art of haiku provided by the translator.
Publish Date
2000-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
2000-09-26T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1999
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4.28
ISBN
9781611806892
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The master of the haiku wrote this travelogue of his journey through northern Japan in the 17th century. Everywhere he went he composed a poem and connected his work to his cultural heritage, his spiritual life and, most of all, nature. A riveting meditation. – source