Life in the ancient world was often brutal and cruel. Resources were often limited leading to leaders ruthless edicts. In this old Japanese folktale, a young peasant is faced with an impossible decision.
Matsuo Basho, one of Japan’s most famous poets, was born 1644 and is known for creating the poetic style that eventually evolved into what are now known as haikus.
A Survey. A Dream. A Better Ad?
Somewhere out there is an ad you won’t hate.
And this brief, slightly soul-sucking survey might help me find it.
t’s optional. But I’d be forever grateful. Or at least for like, a week.
http://bit.ly/litreadingclassicshortstories-survey
Thanks.
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