Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
In the eyes of the cat In the eyes of the cat Demi A collection of Japanese nature poems organized according to the seasons, illustrated with paintings corresponding to the themes of the poems. OL103645W
Spring Spring George W. B. Shannon A collection of haiku verses which describe the wonders of spring. OL15194632W
If It Rains Pancakes If It Rains Pancakes Brian P. Cleary Explains and demonstrates how to write two types of ancient Japanese poetry: haiku and lanterns. OL17927111W
The romanticism of 17th century Japanese poetry The romanticism of 17th century Japanese poetry Douglas Kenning There have been studies made on a small scope comparing English Romanticism of the late 18th and early 19th century with the “romantic” qualities of the Japanese poetic revolution of the late 17th ce… OL1897828W
More than a game More than a game John Roy Major "Throughout his life John Major has loved cricket. In this book, he examines it from its origins up to the beginning of the twentieth century."--Back cover. OL24107296W
The Japanese haiku The Japanese haiku Kenneth Yasuda,Kenneth Yasuda,K. Yasuda "Here for the first time in English the subtle nature and beauty of the haiku is revealed in lucid commentary that emphasizes its rightful place in the realm of poetry....Informative discussion and c… OL3147556W
Three poets at Yuyama Three poets at Yuyama Steven D. Carter ix, 126 pages ; 23 cm OL3290074W
More cricket songs More cricket songs Harry Behn These verses in the three-line Japanese poetry form haiku are drawn from the work of twenty-nine poets. OL4100287W
Penny candy Penny candy Edward Fenton When Paul finds a nickel, he has a brief chance to be the center of attention in Widow Shinn's candy shop. OL5267373W
Of this world; a poet's life in poetry Of this world; a poet's life in poetry Lewis, Richard Translations of the haiku of Japanese poet Issa, arranged to reflect the events of his life. Black and white photographs accompany the text. OL553985W
In a spring garden In a spring garden Lewis, Richard A small collection of Japanese haiku. OL553992W
As Jesus grew As Jesus grew Shigeko Yano Translation of a Japanese narrative poem about the childhood of Jesus. OL7140104W
Festival in My Heart Festival in My Heart Bruno Peter Navasky A illustrated collection of poetry written by Japanese elementary school children that provides a portrait of an often mysterious and elusive culture. OL8482320W