The Zen Poetry of Ryokan

John Stevens, trans.

Ryokan, a Zen hermit-monk who lived in 18th-century Japan, has been long beloved for his poetry as well as his eccentric character. This book offers a selection of his verse that reflects his celebration of nature, and his reclusive lifestyle. His extraordinary poetry, with deceptive simplicity, captures both the beauty and the pathos of human life.

85 pages