Poetry off the Shelf: James Lenfestey

In 1974, James Lenfestey discovered and fell under the spell of the legendary T’ang poet Han-shan, or Cold Mountain, who spoke to his spirit in a way no other poet had. Some 30 years later, after successful careers in advertising, journalism, and academia, Lenfestey, himself the author of four books of poetry, made a pilgrimage to find the remote home of the reclusive author.

Seeking the Cave chronicles a journey across continents and cultures; through time, language and poetry; and ultimately into the author’s identity.

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