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Daughters Of Emptiness: Poems Of Chinese Buddhist Nuns,Used
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Women Played Major Roles In The History Of Buddhist China, But Given The Paucity Of The Remaining Records, Their Voices Have All But Faded. In Daughters Of Emptiness, Beata Grant Renders A Great Service By Recovering And Translating The Enchanting Verse By Turns Assertive, Observant, Devout Of Fortyeight Nuns From Sixteen Centuries Of Imperial China. This Selection Of Poems, Along With The Brief Biographical Accounts That Accompany Them, Affords Readers A Glimpse Into The Extraordinary Diversity And Sometimes Startling Richness Of These Women'S Lives.A Sample Poem For This Stunning Collection:The Sequence Of Seasons Naturally Pushes Forward,Suddenly I Am Startled By The Ending Of The Year.Lifting My Eyes I Catch Sight Of The Winter Crows,Calling Mournfully As If Wanting To Complain.The Sunlight Is Cold Rather Than Gentle,Spreading Over The Four Corners Like A Cloud.A Cold Wind Blows Fitfully In From The North,Its Sad Whistling Filling Courtyards And Houses.Head Raised, I Gaze In The Direction Of Spring,But Spring Pays No Attention To Me At All.Time A Galloping Colt Glimpsed Through A Crack,The Tap [Of Death] At The Door Has Its Predestined Time.How Should I Not Know, One Who Has Left The World,And For Whom Floating Clouds Are Already Familiar?In The Garden There Grows A Rosaryplum Tree:Whose Sworn Friendship Makes It Possible To Endure. Chan Master Jingnuo
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Daughters of Emptiness'? A: The main theme of 'Daughters of Emptiness' is the exploration of the voices and experiences of Chinese Buddhist nuns over sixteen centuries, showcasing their poetry and lives.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Daughters of Emptiness' is Beata Grant, who is noted for her translations and biographical accounts of the poems.
- Q: What type of book is 'Daughters of Emptiness'? A: 'Daughters of Emptiness' is an anthology of poems written by Chinese Buddhist nuns, accompanied by biographical sketches.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: 'Daughters of Emptiness' contains 208 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Daughters of Emptiness' published? A: 'Daughters of Emptiness' was published on June 15, 2003.
- Q: Is this book available in multiple languages? A: 'Daughters of Emptiness' is a bilingual edition, offering texts in both Chinese and English.
- Q: What binding type does this book have? A: 'Daughters of Emptiness' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What kind of poetry can I expect in this collection? A: The collection features a wide range of poetry, including assertive, observant, and devout verses reflecting the lives of Buddhist nuns.
- Q: Are there any biographical accounts included in the book? A: Yes, 'Daughters of Emptiness' includes brief biographical accounts of each nun featured in the poetry.