The Spirit of Japanese Poetry

The Spirit of Japanese Poetry by Yone Noguchi offers a thoughtful introduction to the poetic traditions of Japan. This digital edition is presented as a PDF and is available for instant download after purchase.

Written in 1914 and published by John Murray in London, this book is part of the Wisdom of the East series, edited by L. Cranmer-Byng and Dr. S. A. Kapadia. Noguchi, a Japanese poet and critic, shares his perspective on the forms and spirit of his country’s verse.

Book Overview

This volume brings together six essays that cover a range of Japanese poetic expression. From the concise hokku to the silent drama of Noh, Noguchi guides readers through the historical and aesthetic dimensions of Japanese poetry. The book also includes examples of early verse and discusses the work of contemporary poets in Japan.

Readers interested in Japanese culture, comparative literature, or the art of poetry will find this an accessible and enlightening read.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• An introductory essay on the character of Japanese poetry.
• A dedicated chapter on the Japanese hokku, a short poetic form of great depth.
• An exploration of Noh, described as the Japanese play of silence.
• A look at the earliest surviving Japanese poetry.
• An overview of poets writing in Japan at the time of publication.
• A selection of specimen translations and examples.

Why This Book Matters

Yone Noguchi was one of the first Japanese writers to engage deeply with both Eastern and Western literary traditions. Published at a time when interest in Japanese art and literature was growing in Europe, this book helped introduce English-speaking readers to the subtlety and beauty of Japanese verse. It remains a valuable work for anyone studying cross-cultural literary exchange.

Book Details

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