Summary
Henri Michaux: Barbarian in Asia
The French poet, essayist and painter describes in this "travel" book the spiritual encounter between a Western intellectual and an Asian man. He gives a portrait of Asia beyond the usual notions. The book has a strong poetic charge, testifies to a wonderful combination of perception and style, and is considered one of the best in Michaux's oeuvre.
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