The fame of “Letters to a Young Poet” has been known to me for some time, though from the negative aspect primarily. Most people complained about the condescending way in which Rilke wrote to Kappus, and how his words are easy to throw away because one if not willing to listen to someone who thinks ...
“Perhaps all the dragons in our lives are princesses who are only waiting to see us act, just once, with beauty and courage.”It feels quite trite to say this slim collection is inspirational.But there you go.It is.
A true work of art! And out of respect for Rilke's disdain for criticism--"Works of art are of an infinite solitariness, and nothing is less likely to bring us near to them than criticism. Only love can apprehend and hold them, and can be just towards them."--I will keep my own thoughts to a minimum...
This was an amazing book. Recommended to one and all. I amend ... it's a MUST read for one and all. 100 pages of pure gold. Go, get a copy now and read!
This book was only 128 pages in length, and in those 128 pages Rilke considerably changed my view of the world, I'm sure for the better. Ten letters from Rilke to a young poet are included in this book. The letters are treasure troves of advice for any person, young or old, who wishes to realise wh...
This is the sort of book that any desperately lonely, depressed, confused, lost, or otherwise not really right with the world young person could use....unfortunately, I think that when I personally could have used this book the most, I would not have had the capacity to comprehend all the nuances th...
Sigh. That's all I can say. This book is breathtaking. Rilke gives fantastic, unique insights into everything, from love and happiness to solitude and loss. There is something in here that will apply to everyone's lives, whether you're in love, trying to become an artist, or just looking for a way t...
By turns inspiring and challenging, this collection of letters from the lyrical poet Rilke to an aspiring poet offers wise insights on more than just a career as a writer. Solitude, life, love, faith, sorrow, pain, healing and work are all explored with a sincerity that rings through the words, leav...
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