Haiku is well-known as the shortest form of Japanese poetry and is loved by many around the world. There have been many great haiku poets in Japan, and among them Basho is the most highly reputed. For the first time a collection of Basho’s poems is available in English, translated by well-known American poet Jane REICHHOLD. The book divides Basho’s work into seven periods. Furthermore, the original of each poem, transcriptions in Roman letters, literal translations and explanations are included. The book also offers an insight into haiku techniques and the use of haiku terminology. Published by Kodansha International. 2,730 yen