Lady Izumi Shikibu: Her Poetry (Hardcover)

Lady Izumi Shikibu: Her Poetry presents a carefully curated collection of the finest waka by one of Japan’s greatest poets. Drawn from authenticated classical sources, these timeless poems explore love, longing, loss, nature, and the impermanence of life with extraordinary emotional depth. This beautifully illustrated edition features the original classical Japanese text, faithful English translations, historical notes, and original artwork, inviting readers to experience the elegance of the Heian court and the enduring spirit of mono no aware.