THE CITY... in haiku

This hardcover edition of "The City... in Haiku" shows signs of wear consistent with library use. The dust jacket is worn, with notable tears and chips, especially at the top edge and corners. The spine bears a library label, indicating its previous status as an ex-library book. Internally, the pages are clean and intact, preserving the integrity of the haikus and accompanying photographs.

"The City... in Haiku" by A. K. Roche, published by Prentice-Hall, Inc. in 1970, is a unique collection that captures the essence of urban life through the traditional Japanese poetic form of haiku. Edited and designed by A. K. Roche, this hardcover edition, printed in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., offers a visual and literary exploration of cityscapes. The book is enhanced by black-and-white photographs, some credited to Roberta Columbus and Sam Rappaport, which complement the haikus. This edition is marked by its library origins, evident from the spine label. The dust jacket, though present, shows significant wear, including tears and chips, particularly at the top and edges. Despite these flaws, the book remains a compelling piece for collectors interested in poetry and urban themes.