Japanese Poetry: The Uta (1919)

Japanese Poetry: The Uta is a book written by Arthur Waley in 1919. This book is a collection of Japanese poems known as Uta, which are short, lyrical verses that have been popular in Japan for over a millennium. The Uta are written in a variety of styles, including tanka and haiku, and cover a wide range of topics, from love and nature to war and death. In this book, Waley provides translations of over 200 Uta poems, along with commentary and analysis of each one. He also provides an introduction to the history and culture of Japanese poetry, explaining the different forms and techniques used in Uta. The book is divided into sections based on themes, such as love, nature, and the seasons. Each section begins with an introduction that provides context for the poems that follow. Overall, Japanese Poetry: The Uta is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of Japanese poetry. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese literature, culture, or history.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1919 Edition.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. Read more