{"title":"Anthony Thwaite","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the rich world of poetry and cultural insight with the works of \u003cem\u003eAnthony Thwaite\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished British poet and editor. Renowned for his deft translation skills and his vast contributions to literature, Thwaite brings an extraordinary perspective to poetry enthusiasts and those passionate about global cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his esteemed works is \u003cstrong\u003eThe Penguin Book of Japanese Verse\u003c\/strong\u003e, a treasured collection that opens a window into the heart of Japanese poetry. This anthology is especially significant for those looking to explore the delicate nuances of Japanese verse, presented with Thwaite's keen editorial eye and sensitivity to cultural context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you navigate through this collection, Anthony Thwaite's commitment to capturing the essence of diverse cultures through the art of poetry becomes evident. Discover his depth of understanding and appreciation for the arts and culture, reflected in his translations and literary explorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a long-time admirer or a new reader exploring Thwaite's works for the first time, prepare to be inspired by the beauty and sophistication of his contributions to the literary world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-penguin-book-of-japanese-verse-by-anthony-thwaite-9780141190945","title":"The Penguin Book of Japanese Verse","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light revision of our definitive collection, translated with an introduction by Geoffrey Bownas and Anthony Thwaite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoetry remains a living part of the culture of Japan today. The clichés of everyday speech are often to be traced to famous ancient poems, and the traditional forms of poetry are widely known and loved. This congenial attitude comes from a poetical history of about a millennium and a half.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis classic collection of verse therefore contains poetry from the earliest, primitive period, through the Nara, Heian, Kamakura, Muromachi, and Edo periods, ending with modern poetry from 1868 onwards, including the rising poets Tamura Ryuichi and Tanikawa Shuntaro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Penguin Book of Japanese Verse\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47341367001324,"sku":"9780141190945","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6711433482238.jpg?v=1772190470"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/anthony-thwaite.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}