Coloured Stars: versions of fifty Asiatic love poems

Coloured Stars: Versions of Fifty Asiatic Love Poems, published by Edward Powys Mathers, is an anthology that presents a diverse collection of love poetry from various Asiatic cultures, including Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Persian, and Arabic. Mathers claims it to be the first general English anthology of such verse, showcasing poems from different centuries and cultures, reflecting both primitive and sophisticated expressions of love. The selection aims to provide a variety of voices and styles within the constraints of a small volume, highlighting the richness of Asiatic poetic traditions.