Books by Robert Hass

Former Poet Laureate Robert Hass 1979's Praise, the writers second volume of poetry.

Written by the poet whose work is grounded in the beauty of the physical world, in the smaller details of natural, human life.

Translations of the three great Japanese haiku masters, Basho, Buson and Issa, each selection featuring an introduction, around 100 haiku, and other poetry or prose by the poet, plus a superb essay on the art of haiku.