Selected Poems of Yone Noguchi
Selected Poems of Yone Noguchi

Author: Yone Noguchi

Publisher: Graphic Arts Books

Published: 2021-03-24

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 1513287540

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Selected Poems of Yone Noguchi (1921) is a collection of poems by Yone Noguchi. Although he is widely recognizing as a leading poet in English and Japanese of the modernist period, Noguchi was also a dedicated literary critic who advocated for the cross-pollination of national poetries. Alongside a brilliant introduction, in which he addresses the collective power of world literature, he provides a selection of his best poems from a quarter century of work. ”The time is coming when, as with international politics where the understanding of the East with the West is already an unmistakable fact, the poetries of these two different worlds will approach of one another and exchange their cordial greetings.” A firm believer in plainspoken language and a practitioner of free verse, Noguchi envisioned his art as a humble contribution to the union of East and West. In his early poems written in California, he reflects on loneliness and the natural world while reveling in the extended lines and celebratory phrases made popular by Whitman. In his third collection, From the Eastern Sea (1903) he settles into a more reserved prosody, characterized by stillness and vibrant imagery. Included in this collection are his prose poems and a series of Japanese Hokkus, whose minimalism and spiritual clarity continue to captivate readers and poets of all languages and nations. “Is there anything new under the sun? / Certainly there is. / See how a bird flies, how flowers smile!” These poems not only teach us to look, but to see the world anew. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Yone Noguchi’s Selected Poems of Yone Noguchi is a classic of Japanese American literature reimagined for modern readers.

Selected Poems of Yone Noguchi
Selected Poems of Yone Noguchi

Author: Yone Noguchi

Publisher:

Published: 2021-03-24

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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Selected Poems of Yone Noguchi (1921) is a collection of poems by Yone Noguchi. Although he is widely recognizing as a leading poet in English and Japanese of the modernist period, Noguchi was also a dedicated literary critic who advocated for the cross-pollination of national poetries. Alongside a brilliant introduction, in which he addresses the collective power of world literature, he provides a selection of his best poems from a quarter century of work. "The time is coming when, as with international politics where the understanding of the East with the West is already an unmistakable fact, the poetries of these two different worlds will approach of one another and exchange their cordial greetings." A firm believer in plainspoken language and a practitioner of free verse, Noguchi envisioned his art as a humble contribution to the union of East and West. In his early poems written in California, he reflects on loneliness and the natural world while reveling in the extended lines and celebratory phrases made popular by Whitman. In his third collection, From the Eastern Sea (1903) he settles into a more reserved prosody, characterized by stillness and vibrant imagery. Included in this collection are his prose poems and a series of Japanese Hokkus, whose minimalism and spiritual clarity continue to captivate readers and poets of all languages and nations. "Is there anything new under the sun? / Certainly there is. / See how a bird flies, how flowers smile!" These poems not only teach us to look, but to see the world anew. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Yone Noguchi's Selected Poems of Yone Noguchi is a classic of Japanese American literature reimagined for modern readers.

The American Diary of a Japanese Girl
The American Diary of a Japanese Girl

Author: Yoné Noguchi

Publisher: Phoemixx Classics Ebooks

Published: 2021-08-28

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 3986476768

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The American Diary of a Japanese Girl Yoné Noguchi - Tokio, Sept. 23rd My new page of life is dawning. A trip beyond the seas-Meriken Kenbutsu-it's not an ordinary event. It is verily the first event in our family history that I could trace back for six centuries. My today's dream of America-dream of a butterfly sipping on golden dews-was rudely broken by the artless chirrup of a hundred sparrows in my garden. "Chui, chui! Chui, chui, chui!" Bad sparrows! My dream was silly but splendid. Dream is no dream without silliness which is akin to poetry. If my dream ever comes true!

East-West Literary Imagination
East-West Literary Imagination

Author: Yoshinobu Hakutani

Publisher: University of Missouri Press

Published: 2017-06-30

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 0826273947

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This study traces the shaping presence of cultural interactions, arguing that American literature has become a hybridization of Eastern and Western literary traditions. Cultural exchanges between the East and West began in the early decades of the nineteenth century as American transcendentalists explored Eastern philosophies and arts. Hakutani examines this influence through the works of Emerson, Thoreau, and Whitman. He further demonstrates the East-West exchange through discussions of the interactions by modernists such as Yone Noguchi, Yeats, Pound, Camus, and Kerouac. Finally, he argues that African American literature, represented by Richard Wright, Ralph Ellison, Alice Walker, Toni Morrison, and James Emanuel, is postmodern. Their works exhibit their concerted efforts to abolish marginality and extend referentiality, exemplifying the postmodern East-West crossroads of cultures. A fuller understanding of their work is gained by situating them within this cultural conversation. The writings of Wright, for example, take on their full significance only when they are read, not as part of a national literature, but as an index to an evolving literature of cultural exchanges.

The Circus, And Other Essays And Fugitive Pieces
The Circus, And Other Essays And Fugitive Pieces

Author: Joyce Kilmer

Publisher: Namaskar Books

Published: 2024-10-22

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13:

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Step into the vivid imagination of Joyce Kilmer with "The Circus, and Other Essays and Fugitive Pieces." This remarkable collection showcases Kilmer's gift for capturing the beauty and complexity of life through a blend of lyrical prose and poignant essays. As you explore Kilmer's reflections, you'll be transported to whimsical places, each infused with his deep appreciation for nature and humanity. His words invite readers to see the extraordinary in the ordinary and to embrace the richness of everyday experiences. But here's a thought to consider: What if the true essence of life is found not in grand spectacles but in the quiet moments we often overlook? Can the mundane hold as much beauty as the extraordinary? In "The Circus," Kilmer’s essays reveal the interplay of joy and sorrow, laughter and contemplation. His insightful observations challenge us to reflect on our own lives and the world around us, making this collection a treasure trove of wisdom. Are you ready to embark on a journey of introspection and wonder with "The Circus, and Other Essays and Fugitive Pieces"? Discover the art of seeing the world through Kilmer's eyes! As you navigate through his eloquent prose, you'll find yourself inspired to pause and appreciate the beauty that surrounds us. This collection is perfect for readers who seek to enrich their understanding of life through literature. Will you open your heart to the magic of Kilmer's words? Grab your copy of "The Circus, and Other Essays and Fugitive Pieces" today and celebrate the beauty of existence!