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Old Taoist,Used
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In The Literary And Artistic Milieu Of Early Modern Japan The Chinese And Japanese Arts Flourished Side By Side. Kodojin, The 'Old Taoist' (18651944), Was The Last Of These Great Poetpainters In Japan. Under The Support Of Various Patrons, He Composed A Number Of Taoistinfluenced Chinese And Japanese Poems And Did Lively And Delightful Ink Paintings, Continuing The Tradition Of The Poetsage Who Devotes Himself To Study Of The Ancients, Lives Quietly And Modestly, And Creates Art Primarily For Himself And His Friends.Portraying This Last Representative Of A Tradition Of Gentle And Refined Artistry In The Midst Of A Society That Valued Economic Growth And National Achievement Above All, This Beautifully Illustrated Book Brings Together 150 Of Kodojin'S Chinese Poems (Introduced And Translated By Jonathan Chaves), More Than 100 Of His Haiku And Tanka (Introduced And Translated By Stephen Addiss), And Many Examples Of His Calligraphy And Ink Paintings. Addiss'S Indepth Introduction Details The Importance Of The Poetpainter Tradition, Outlines The Life Of Kodojin, And Offers A Critical Appraisal Of His Work, While J. Thomas Rimer'S Essay Puts The Literary Work Of The Old Taoist In Context.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Old Taoist'? A: 'Old Taoist' explores the intersection of Chinese and Japanese arts during early modern Japan, focusing on the life and work of the poet-painter Kodojin.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Stephen Addiss, who also provides an introduction and translations of Kodojin's works.
- Q: How many pages does 'Old Taoist' have? A: 'Old Taoist' contains a total of 208 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Old Taoist' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Old Taoist' published? A: 'Old Taoist' was published on October 15, 2001.
- Q: What type of artwork is featured in 'Old Taoist'? A: The book features ink paintings, calligraphy, and over 150 Chinese poems along with haiku and tanka by Kodojin.
- Q: Is 'Old Taoist' suitable for someone interested in poetry? A: Yes, 'Old Taoist' is ideal for readers interested in poetry, especially those who appreciate Taoist themes and Japanese art.
- Q: Does 'Old Taoist' include translations of poems? A: Yes, the book includes translations of Kodojin's Chinese poems by Jonathan Chaves and additional translations of his haiku and tanka by Stephen Addiss.
- Q: What kind of audience is 'Old Taoist' intended for? A: 'Old Taoist' is intended for art enthusiasts, literature lovers, and anyone interested in the cultural exchange between China and Japan.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: 'Old Taoist' is listed as being in new condition.