Matsuo Bashō
Matsuo Bashō is often considered the grandaddy master of haiku. His work has influenced poets in Japan and around the world. His work is reflective of the traditional style of haiku, making reference to nature, evoking sensory experience and finding clear, concise ways to illustrate awe and wonder in the world. He is the central figure in Robert Pinsky's "Impossible to Tell", a personal favourite. The name Bashō, which he adopted when he moved somewhat out of the public eye, means banana tree.
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