Advanced Search Request a Book

ORDERS

Readings Orders 0

DEMANDS

Readings Demands 0

Dewdrops On a Lotus Leaf:Zen Poems Of Ryokan
[Paperback - 2004]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $18.95
Our Price: Rs.4195 Rs.3566
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.629
Category: Literature
Sub-category: Poetry
Additional Category: Buddhism - Eastern Philosophy
Publisher: Shambhala | ISBN: 9781590301081 | Pages: 120
Shipping Weight: .119 | Dimensions: 5 x .3 x 7.2 inches

Description

The Japanese poet-recluse Ryokan (1758–1831) is one of the most beloved figures of Asian literature, renowned for his beautiful verse, exquisite calligraphy, and eccentric character. Deceptively simple, Ryokan's poems transcend artifice, presenting spontaneous expressions of pure Zen spirit. Like his contemporary Thoreau, Ryokan celebrates nature and the natural life, but his poems touch the whole range of human experience: joy and sadness, pleasure and pain, enlightenment and illusion, love and loneliness. This collection of translations reflects the full spectrum of Ryokan's spiritual and poetic vision, including Japanese haiku, longer folk songs, and Chinese-style verse. Fifteen ink paintings by Koshi no Sengai (1895–1958) complement these translations and beautifully depict the spirit of this famous poet.

About the Author

Ryōkan Taigu (1758–1831) was a quiet and eccentric Sōtō Zen Buddhist monk who lived much of his life as a hermit. Ryōkan is remembered for his poetry and calligraphy, which present the essence of Zen life.Ryōkan lived a very simple, pure life, and stories about his kindness and generosity abound. However, even though he lived his simple and pure life, he also displayed characteristics that under normal circumstances would be out of line for a normal monk.

Also by the Same Author

View All
The Secret Teachings Of Aikido
[Hardback - 2012]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $35
Our Price: Rs.8945 Rs.7603
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.1342
The Essence Of Aikido:Spiritual Teachings Of Morihei Ueshiba
[Paperback - 2013]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $24
Our Price: Rs.6145 Rs.5223
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.922
The Heart Of Aikido:the Philosophy Of Takemusu Aiki
[Hardback - 2013]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $19.95
Our Price: Rs.4795 Rs.4076
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.719
Zen Brushwork:Focusing The Mind With Calligraphy And Painting
[Paperback - 2016]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $28
Our Price: Rs.7195 Rs.6116
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.1079
Zen Bow, Zen Arrow:the Life And Teachings Of Awa Kenzo, The Archery Master From Zen In The Art Of A Rchery
[Paperback - 2007]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $14.95
Our Price: Rs.3395 Rs.2886
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.509
The Art Of Budo:the Calligraphy And Paintings Of The Martial Arts Masters
[Paperback - 2022]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $24.95
Our Price: Rs.6395 Rs.5436
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.959
The Sword Of No-Sword:Life Of The Master Warrior Tesshu
[Paperback - 1994]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $27.95
Our Price: Rs.6345 Rs.5393
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.952
Budo Secrets:Teachings Of The Martial Arts Masters
[Paperback - 2002]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $18.95
Our Price: Rs.4245 Rs.3608
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.637
The Art Of Peace
[Paperback - 2007]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $9.99
Our Price: Rs.2295 Rs.1951
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.344
The Way Of Judo:a Portrait Of Jigoro Kano And His Students
[Paperback - 2013]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $24.95
Our Price: Rs.5745 Rs.4883
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.862
The Art Of Peace
[Paperback - 2018]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $12.95
Our Price: Rs.2995 Rs.2546
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.449
The Art Of Peace
[Paperback - 2023]
john stevens
On Demand
Availability in 4-6 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: $16.95
Our Price: Rs.3995 Rs.3396
Standard Discount: 15%
You Save: Rs.599

Bestsellers in Literature

View All
Violet Bent Backwards Over The Grass
[Hardback - 2020]
lana del rey
Out of Stock
Availability in 2-4 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: £16.99
Our Price: Rs.4245 Rs.3820
Standard Discount: 10%
You Save: Rs.425
Only Dull People Are Brilliant At Breakfast: Little Black Classics 119
[Paperback - 2016]
oscar wilde
Out of Stock
Availability in 2-4 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: £3
Our Price: Rs.645 Rs.580
Standard Discount: 10%
You Save: Rs.65
Conversations On Love
[Paperback - 2022]
natasha lunn
Out of Stock
Availability in 2-4 weeks on receipt of order
List Price: £10.99
Our Price: Rs.2395 Rs.2155
Standard Discount: 10%
You Save: Rs.240
Healing Through Words
[Hardback - 2022]
rupi kaur
In Stock
List Price: £16.99
Our Price: Rs.5045 Rs.4540
Standard Discount: 10%
You Save: Rs.505
The Night Is Darkening Round Me: Little Black Classics 63
[Paperback - 2015]
emily bronte
In Stock
List Price: £3
Our Price: Rs.645 Rs.580
Standard Discount: 10%
You Save: Rs.65