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Cats in Spring Rain (A Celebration of Feline Charm in Japanese Art and Haiku)

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  • Product Details

    Author:
    Aya Kusch
    Format:
    Paperback
    Pages:
    156
    Publisher:
    Chronicle Books (May 10, 2022)
    Language:
    English
    ISBN-13:
    9781797211749
    ISBN-10:
    1797211749
    File:
    hbgusa-hbgusa_Chronicle_onix30_P10036776_05022026_Complete-20260502.xml
    Folder:
    hbgusa
    List Price:
    $14.95
    As low as:
    $11.51
    Publisher Identifier:
    P-CHRONICLE
    Discount Code:
    B
    Weight:
    7.84oz
    Dimensions:
    4.65" x 5.95" x 0.65"
    Case Pack:
    64
    Audience:
    General/trade
    Pub Discount:
    65
    Imprint:
    Chronicle Books
  • Overview

    This delightful little book pays homage to the cat through artfully curated Japanese poetry and prints.

    No one captures the graces and idiosyncrasies of cats quite like the painters, printmakers, and haiku masters of Japan. From the Edo to the Showa period, many artists turned their gaze toward an unlikely subject: their small feline companions. Closely observed portraits in words ad ink elevate the everyday adventures of cats: taking a nap on a Buddha statue's lap, daintily eating a rice ball, courting the neighbor's cat. This curated collection of poems, prints, and paintings will leave you inspired to cultivate the serenity and wonder embodied by these creators—and by the cats themselves. Presented as a sweet, jacketed paperback with thoughtful design touches, this volume includes each poem in both English and Japanese.

    THE ORIGINAL CAT LOVERS: Centuries before the emergence of cat memes and cat cafes, Japanese artists and writers perfected the practice of feline reverence. Cats played pivotal roles in folklore; they were the protectors of scriptures and symbols of good luck and wealth. They also proved to be a wonderful source of creative inspiration. This little compendium showcases Japan's rich cultural heritage.

    UNIQUE GIFT: Surprise your cat-loving friends and family with this unusual twist on the cat-themed gift.

    PERFECT FOR POETRY LOVERS: Whether they came to poetry through the works of Instagram poets, or have been reading the classics for decades, any lover of verse will enjoy this thoughtfully curated collection. The writers featured include Bashō, Chiyo-ni, Issa, Shiki, and more—all icons of the haiku form.

    ENCHANTING ART: Hokusai, Hiroshige, Yoshitoshi, and more: These artists masterfully captured the personalities of cats and their humans. These images, with their delicate lines and soothing colors, have endured through time to bring us quiet joy.

    Perfect for:
    • Cat lovers
    • Poets and poetry readers
    • Artists and art lovers
    • Anyone who appreciates Japan's arts and culture