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Letters to a Young Poet

By Rilke, Rainer Maria

Letters to a Young Poet

By Rilke, Rainer Maria

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"Born in Prague when it was part of the Austro-Hungarian empire and recognized today as a master of verse, poet Rainer Maria Rilke was considerably less well known in 1902 when he received a heartfelt letter from an aspiring poet. A 19-year-old student sent Rilke some of his verses, seeking an opinion of their worth. Rilke declined to offer a critique, instead encouraging the student to rely upon his own inner judgment: ""Nobody can advise and help you, nobody. There is only one single means. Go inside yourself."" This seemingly dismissive letter proved to be the first of ten, written during a six-year period that coincided with an important stage in Rilke's artistic development. The poet offered his young correspondent further advice on developing a rich inner life as well as guidance on broader philosophical and existential issues. These letters, which explore many of the themes that later emerged in Rilke's best works, remain a captivating source of insights into the artistic identity and process."
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
80
Release Date:
2019-05-31
Publication Date:
2019-04-17
Publisher:
Dover Publications
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
048683185X
ISBN13:
9780486831855
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Minimum Reading Age:
18
Weight:
70 g
Height:
128 cm
Width:
203 cm
Thickness:
10 cm
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