Nathan Pembrook
Senryu Notes
History
Originated in Japan
Named after an author whose pen name was Senryu (Real name
was Karai Hachiemon)
The form evolved from Haiku
Form
Similar to Haiku structurally
Up to 17 syllables
3 lines
Unrhyming
Discusses human nature ironically or satirically
No references to the seasons
Contemporary Context
Hasn’t changed much
Some still consider it a haiku
If it involves nature, it’s a haiku
If it is about humans/human nature, it’s a senryu
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