Ezra Pound's Japan

This book explores Ezra Pound's relationships with Japanese literature, providing new scholarship on his interest in 'hokku and Fenollosa, original research on his Japanese friendships, and an examination of all the explicit references to No in The Cantos. It demonstrates that Pound's famous works were shaped by his lifelong interest in Japanese literature.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 22 September 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This groundbreaking book is the first to explore Ezra Pound's profound and intricate relationships with Japanese literature as a whole. It presents a wealth of fresh and groundbreaking scholarship on this subject, shedding light on the 19th-century Japanese contexts that sparked Pound's fascination with 'hokku' and Fenollosa's translations. Moreover, the book conducts significant original research on Pound's Japanese friendships, which greatly enriched his understanding of Japanese literature. Additionally, it offers an in-depth examination of all the explicit references to No in The Cantos, providing a new perspective on Pound's masterpiece.

Through its comprehensive analysis, the book demonstrates that Ezra Pound's most renowned works, including In a Station of the Metro and his epic poem The Cantos, were deeply influenced by his lifelong passion for Japanese literature. It unveils the intricate connections and influences that shaped his artistic vision, showcasing the profound impact of his engagement with Japanese culture on his literary masterpiece.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Ezra Pound, Japanese literature, and the intersection of cultural exchange and artistic creation. It offers a valuable contribution to the field and will inspire scholars and enthusiasts alike to further explore the rich and complex relationships between these two great literary traditions.

Weight: 420g
Dimension: 156 x 233 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350216808