{"product_id":"the-poetic-artistry-of-jose-watanabe-separating-the-craft-from-the-discourse-9783030816179","title":"The Poetic Artistry of Jose Watanabe: Separating the Craft from the Discourse","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book explores José Watanabe's poetry through the lens of Japaneseness, literary devices, and ephemerality, promoting a dialogue and exchange of ideas across academic fields. It offers a unique perspective of Japanese cultural phenomenon and highlights the literary quality of Watanabe's artistry beyond essentialist categorizations. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 173 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13 September 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Springer Nature Switzerland AG\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book delves into the intricate tapestry of José Watanabe's poetry, exploring three captivating aspects:\u003cbr\u003e1. The construction of Japaneseness in the poet's works and public persona,\u003cbr\u003e2. The masterful manipulation of literary devices that define his unique style,\u003cbr\u003e3. The pervasive themes of ephemerality and ineffableness that permeate his poetic creations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its trans\/interdisciplinary approach, this book seeks to foster a vibrant dialogue and exchange of ideas across academic disciplines that have often been overlooked in studies of Watanabe's work. Written by esteemed researchers based in Japan, it offers a fresh and insightful perspective on Japanese cultural phenomena that previous studies have failed to capture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the heart of this book's mission is to challenge the Western perception of Japan through essentialist notions and stereotypical representations. It seeks to unveil the truth that Watanabe's poetic artistry transcends mere categorization based on positive Japanese stereotypes. By delving into the depths of his poetry, the book invites readers to appreciate the literary quality and universal themes that resonate with audiences worldwide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough its comprehensive analysis and thoughtful interpretation, this book provides a valuable contribution to the study of José Watanabe and his profound impact on contemporary poetry. It serves as a testament to the power of literature to transcend cultural boundaries and bridge gaps between different perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 259g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 210 x 148 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9783030816179\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1st ed. 2021\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Randy Muth,Alfredo Lopez-Pasarin Basabe,Shigeko Mato","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44282939998458,"sku":"9783030816179","price":76.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_f6731cab-dd06-4fa7-b9fb-2e9b509bd999.jpg?v=1686916478","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-poetic-artistry-of-jose-watanabe-separating-the-craft-from-the-discourse-9783030816179","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}