The Modern Japanese Prose Poem

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Exploring the significance of the prose poem in twentieth-century Japanese poetry, this anthology presents a groundbreaking collection that showcases the genre's unique qualities. As the first of its kind in English, it highlights the evolution and cultural impact of prose poetry, originally emerging in nineteenth-century France. This selection offers readers an opportunity to engage with a previously underrepresented literary form, bridging cultural and linguistic divides.