by Nicholas K. F. Matte is a lyrical, compact collection of poetry originally published on November 7, 2019.The book is structured into four distinct areas of inspiration:Buddhist Statues: Poetry directly inspired by the grand, historical Buddhist statues found across China and Japan.Historical Tributes: Haiku written to honor and remember monumental individuals throughout human history.Everyday Reflection: Nature-oriented haiku focusing on careful observation of daily life and natural surroundings, such as trees swaying in the wind.Varied Musings: A broader collection of introspective poems drawing from diverse, external elements of inspiration, notably featuring seaside and atmospheric imagery like that in the poem "In Caesarea".