Coloured Stars: Versions Of Fifty Asiatic Love Poems

Coloured Stars: versions of fifty Asiatic love poems

by Edward Powys Mathers

'Coloured Stars' presents a selection of fifty love poems from across Asia, translated into English by Edward Powys Mathers. This collection offers a glimpse into the diverse poetic traditions of China, Japan, India, Persia, and Arabic cultures. Mathers aimed to provide a general anthology of Asiatic verse, highlighting the range of expressions and themes found in love poetry across different historical periods and cultural backgrounds.

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