Book · 2020 · Literary Criticism
Three Simple Lines
A Writer's Pilgrimage into the Heart and Homeland of Haiku
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There's a great poem about haiku and about the masters called Three Simple Lines.
Why people recommend it
Three Simple Lines by Natalie Goldberg is a book that explores the history, practice, and masters of haiku poetry alongside the connections between Zen meditation and creative writing. Kevin Rose recommended the book on The Tim Ferriss Show during the May 2023 Random Show episode. While discussing haiku masters and Zen poetry, he noted that it is a great poem and book about haiku. Rose mentioned the book again on The Tim Ferriss Show during the September 2023 Random Show episode covering affordable luxuries and brain stimulation. During this discussion, he explained that he read the book after it was recommended to him by Henry Shukman, a Zen master who had previously appeared as a guest on the podcast. Rose also briefly referenced the author's other literary work, noting that Natalie Goldberg had previously written a book titled Down the Bones. Through these mentions, the book was highlighted as a thoughtful guide for readers interested in poetry, Zen philosophy, and the creative process, bridging the gap between meditative practice and poetic expression through the lens of respected haiku masters.
Every mention
Kevin Rose There's a great poem about haiku and about the masters called Three Simple Lines. 2
“I read a book called Three Simple Lines, which Henry Shukman, the Zen master that you've had on the podcast, recommended to me. And Natalie Goldberg is the author. She was author of this book called Down the Bones, I think it's called.”
“There's a great poem about haiku and about the masters called Three Simple Lines.”
