Japanischer Frühling: Nachdichtungen Japanischer Lyrik

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Japanischer Frühling: Nachdichtungen Japanischer Lyrik

by Hans Bethge

DE·~45 minutes

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This anthology gathers a vivid selection of classic Japanese poems, freshly rendered into lyrical German. The verses sweep through timeless motifs—delicate spring blossoms, moonlit mountains, fierce battlefields, and whispered yearnings of lovers—each preserving the original’s subtle rhythm and emotional depth. As you listen, the translator’s careful craft lets the ancient voices speak directly to modern ears.

The collection unfolds like a seasonal journey, beginning with the soft perfume of cherry‑blossom mornings and moving toward the stark shadows of night and the echo of distant drums. Listeners will hear the tender intimacy of courtly love, the restless longing of wandering souls, and the reverent awe inspired by iconic landscapes such as Fuji. Whether you seek calm contemplation or a glimpse into Japan’s poetic heart, these verses offer a serene yet stirring soundtrack for any moment.

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Language

de

Duration

~45 minutes (43K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-10-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Hans Bethge

Hans Bethge

1876–1946

Best known for bringing Chinese poetry to German readers, this lyrical writer left a lasting mark on world literature through the verses that later inspired Gustav Mahler’s Das Lied von der Erde. His work moves between translation, adaptation, and original poetry, with a strong sense of mood and musicality.

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