PEONIES KANA – Haiku by the Upasaka Shiki (Masaoka Shiki) Translated and edited by Harold J. Isaacson – Signed copy The Bhaiṣajaguru Series – Verona, 1972 Hardback with original slipcase A refined and beautifully produced edition of Shiki’s haiku, translated and edited by Harold J. Isaacson, who personally signed this copy on the limitation page. Printed in Verona in July 1972, this edition was designed by Giovanni and Martino Mardersteig and printed at the Stamperia Valdonega on fine mould-made paper. Types used are Poliphilus and Bembo, two of the most elegant classic Venetian typefaces. The book presents the haiku in English translation with Isaacson’s notes, explanations, and interpretative commentary. A clean, crisp and scholarly edition, part of the prestigious Bhaiṣajaguru Series. The volume is preserved in the original grey slipcase with printed label. Condition is as new: fresh interiors, tight binding, no marks, no foxing. A rare signed copy of a limited issue (108 copies printed and signed), extremely hard to find in such condition. Details: – Signed by Harold J. Isaacson – Printed at Stamperia Valdonega – Designed by Giovanni & Martino Mardersteig – Slipcase included – Mould-made paper – 120 pages – Format: 31 × 21 cm – Language: English A beautiful collectible for lovers of haiku, Japanese literature, fine printing and Valdonega/Mardersteig productions. --- SHIPPING (English) The book will be carefully packed in rigid protective packaging and shipped with tracking number. Fast and secure delivery with Poste Italiane / International Registered Parcel. I am experienced in shipping rare books and guarantee excellent protecti