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| Matsuo Basho 1644-1694 |
In observation of this year's National Haiku Poetry Day on April 17, 2020, we honor the popular poetry form whose history reaches back centuries. Consisting of three lines written in a five-seven-five pattern, haiku originated in Japan and was most commonly dedicated to the theme of nature. One of the first breakout stars of the genre was poet Matsuo Basho, author of the following:
the first cold shower
even monkeys seem to want
little straw coats
Perhaps it's the brevity of the form, or the comforting structure it requires, but haiku challenges abound in modern culture. There's the ongoing
Craigslist haiku discussion forum showcasing local talent. NPR recently launched a
Social Distancing Life Kit empowering their audience to create and share COVID19-related haiku. And for the lazy among us, the Internet offers a
haiku generator. Just select a few words and magically...haiku for you.
If this poetry form piques your interest, browse this
list of WPL books on or about haiku, available to place on hold or download. In the meantime, stay home, stay safe, write haiku.
Till its doors open
the library sits empty
missing its people
If this poetry form piques your interest, browse this list of WPL books on or about haiku, available to place on hold or download. In the meantime, stay home, stay safe, write haiku.
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