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Gianni Simone's avatar

One of my favorite poets, regardless of country or culture. I wonder how she could be a businesswoman, an accomplished artist, and a mother of so many children. Talk about having “a room of her own”!

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Patrick Patterson's avatar

Yes. Such a complex personality with so much life and so much skill. There is so much to wonder about when thinking about her. She lost two of her children, and still raised the other 11. Her poetry overshadowed her husband Tekkan, yet she seems not well remembered today. And finally, where is the English translation of her Genji? Thanks for reading.

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Christina Lee's avatar

I love how the story of Akiko's life embodies the spirit and heart of Taishō. It was fascinating to read about tanko poetry and the integration of French symbolism! Thank you, Dr. Patterson, for another incredible artice. I am inspired to search for Yosano Akiko's poetry.

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Patrick Patterson's avatar

She is an inspiration, isn’t she? Her trip to France was also an interesting episode!

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