Japanese Poetry

Japanese Poetry: The Uta is a book written by Arthur Waley and published in 1919. The book is a collection of translations of Japanese poetry, specifically the Uta form, which is a type of short poem that was popular in Japan during the Heian period. The Uta form is characterized by its brevity and simplicity, and often deals with themes of love, nature, and the passing of time. Waley's translations are highly regarded for their accuracy and poetic quality, and the book has been a popular introduction to Japanese poetry for English-speaking readers for many years. In addition to the translations, the book also includes an introduction that provides historical and cultural context for the Uta form, as well as notes on individual poems and poets. Overall, Japanese Poetry: The Uta is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese literature, poetry, or culture.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.