The Man-Yoshu or Myriad Leaves: Japan’s Oldest Poetry

The Man-Yoshu or Myriad Leaves is a book that showcases Japan's oldest poetry, compiled in the 8th century. The book is edited and translated by Charles F. Horne, and it includes a comprehensive introduction that explores the history and cultural significance of the Man-Yoshu. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different theme, such as love, nature, and the seasons. The poems in the book are written in a variety of styles, including tanka and choka, and they offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives and beliefs of the people who lived in Japan more than a thousand years ago. The Man-Yoshu or Myriad Leaves is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese literature, culture, and history.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Japan, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100111.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.