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a 5-7-5
A chapter in the book My Little Book of 5-7-5's
Haiku Eludes Me
by Debra White
Haiku eludes me.
Perplexed, I put down my pen -- Basho rests once more.
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5-7-5 Poetry Contest contest entry
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I don't pretend to know anything about Haiku. Occasionally I write a 5-7-5 that turns out to be haiku - it's usually a fluke though!
Matsuo Basho (1644-1694), was the most famous poet of the Edo period in Japan. During his lifetime, Basho was recognized for his works in the collaborative haikai no renga form; today, after centuries of commentary, he is recognized as the greatest master of haiku...... Information from Wikipedia
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and 2 member cents. Matsuo Basho (1644-1694), was the most famous poet of the Edo period in Japan. During his lifetime, Basho was recognized for his works in the collaborative haikai no renga form; today, after centuries of commentary, he is recognized as the greatest master of haiku...... Information from Wikipedia
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