One Hundred Poets, One Poem Each
One Hundred Poets, One Poem Each by Peter Macmillan is a reissue published by Penguin on August 14, 2018. This edition presents a prize-winning translation of Hyakunin Isshu, the most renowned collection of Japanese poetry, which dates back to the fourteenth century. The book features one hundred waka poems, a precursor to haiku, that have significantly influenced Japanese culture and literature since their inception.
Readers will discover a rich tapestry of emotions and historical context within these poems, which have resonated with audiences for over seven centuries. The collection is considered one of the three essential works of Japanese classical literature, alongside The Tale of Genji and Tales of Ise. This translation not only highlights the beauty of the original text but also provides insight into the enduring significance of these poems in Japanese history and culture. With 304 pages, this English edition invites readers to explore the depth and artistry of Japanese poetry.
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A prize-winning translation of the most widely known and popular collection of Japanese poetry
Hyakunin Isshu is the most famous and popular collection of Japanese poetry, and the first work of Japanese literature ever to be translated into English. Compiled in the fourteenth century, the book is a collection of one hundred waka poems (a precursor of haiku), dating back to the seventh century. It’s had a huge influence on Japanese culture ever since it was first published and is considered one of the three most important works of Japanese classical literature along with The Tale of Genji and Tales of Ise.
“For more than seven centuries, these poems have resonated with countless readers … [Peter
MacMillan’s] excellent new translation of these poems makes clear why they have mattered
so much for so long … [revealing] the vivid emotions that have kept the heart of the
collection beating all this time.” —TIME
For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,800 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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