Biographies & Autobiographies, Literary
36 Immortal Women Poets
Andrew J. Pekarik, Chobunsai Eishi
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Synopsis
Reproduces an album with the poems and imaginary portraits of the great writers that flourished in the imperial court of Japan from the ninth to thirteenth centuries.Editorials
Library Journal
Pekarik presents us with a delight for the eye as well as for the literary mind. This poetry album presents the works of The Thirty-Six Immortal Women Poets, a group that flourished in imperial Japan in the ninth through the 13th centuries. Intended as a kind of advertisement for this school of calligraphy, the book is an insightful introduction into women's views of much of Japan's ancient classical literature and court life. The poetry and knowledgeable commentary is fleshed out with extensive ukiyoe illustrations of the writers (and the calligraphy), thereby providing the reader with a wealth of material for study and reflection. Recommended for collections emphasizing the fine arts, Japanese studies, and women's history. Experienced calligraphers will also enjoy this work.-- Mike Heines, USAF Rome Laboratory Technical Lib., N.Y.Book Details
Published
October 1, 1991
Publisher
Braziller, George Inc.
Pages
192
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780807612569