“The subject of Finnish poetry ought to have a special interest for the Japanese student, if only for the reason that Finnish poetry comes more closely in many respects to Japanese poetry than any other form of Western poetry.Quote by Lafcadio HearnTopics: Quotes about Lafcadio HearnShare on:FacebookPinterestWhatsApp
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