Hitomaro and the Birth of Japanese Lyricism

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• Ian Hideo Levy

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• 186 Seiten
• 7 Lesestunden

• Kunst & Kultur
• Über Literatur

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The book delves into the ritual roots of Japanese poetry, examining how Chinese and Korean literary traditions shaped the seventh-century Court. It highlights the rhetorical elevation of the imperial family, setting the stage for Hitomaro's emergence as a Court poet. Through this exploration, the author reveals the intricate interplay between cultural influences and the development of Japanese verse during this pivotal historical period.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2016
• Einband: Hardcover