| Letters to a Young Poet Contributor(s): Rilke, Rainer Maria (Author) |
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ISBN: 048683185X ISBN-13: 9780486831855 Publisher: Dover Publications OUR PRICE: $3.60 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2019 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Literary Collections | Letters - Literary Collections | European - German - Literary Criticism | Poetry |
| Dewey: B |
| LCCN: 2018041027 |
| Series: Dover Thrift Editions |
| Physical Information: 0.2" H x 5" W x 7.9" (0.10 lbs) 80 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 1900-1949 - Chronological Period - 1851-1899 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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. |