Travels with a Writing Brush

Embark on a literary journey like no other with 'Travels with a Writing Brush'. This captivating anthology unveils the rich tradition of travel writing in Japan, stretching back over a thousand years. As you delve into the pages, you'll encounter a vivid tapestry of stories, poems, and diaries that showcase the unique Japanese perspectives on travel. Discover timeless narratives about asobi, the wandering performers predating geisha, and explore the soulful journeys of travelling monks who find solace in nature. Each entry captures the essence of wanderlust, highlighting the mountains, perilous shores, and autumnal nights that have profoundly influenced the Japanese imagination. With 400 beautifully curated pages, this B-format paperback from Penguin UK offers an unparalleled glimpse into a lesser-known yet deeply poetic side of travel. Perfect for travel enthusiasts, poetry lovers, and anyone seeking inspiration, this volume invites you to reflect, imagine, and dream. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order and immerse yourself in a world where travel and literature intertwine seamlessly.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241310878
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 400


Description:
Discover a realm of travel writing undreamed of in the West - a richly literary tradition extending through a thousand years and more, whose individual works together weave a dense and beautiful brocade of repeated patterns and motifs, tones and textures. Here are asobi, the wandering performers who prefigured geisha; travelling monks who sleep on pillows of grass and listen to the autumnal insects; and a young girl who passionately longs to travel to the capital and read more stories. Taking in songs, dramas, tales, diaries and above all, poetry, this wonderful anthology roams over mountains and along perilous shores to show how profoundly travel inspired the Japanese imagination.

This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.