Absence
The poem explores the theme of absence and its effects on human life. It delves into the emotional and psychological implications of being absent from a place, a person, or an experience. The speaker reflects on the pain and longing that accompany absence, as well as the sense of disconnection and isolation it brings. Through lyrical language and imagery, the poem conveys the complexity and depth of human emotions in the face of absence.
By Carlos Drummond de Andrade · First published 1984 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Literary Fiction · 78 words
First lines
I used to consider absence a lack.
And I ignorantly regretted that lack.
Today I have nothing to regret.
There is no lack in absence.
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Absence is listed on Textopian as a poem by Carlos Drummond de Andrade, dated 1984 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Carlos Drummond de Andrade
- Date: 1984 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Literary Fiction
- Length: 78 words
- Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text uses poetic language and structure to convey deep emotions and abstract concepts.
- Philosophical — The themes explore existential ideas about presence and absence, reflecting on the nature of being.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style and thematic depth align with literary fiction, focusing on introspective and contemplative narrative.
Tags
Brazilian Literature · Poetry · Modernism · Existential Crisis · Absence · Longing · Melancholy · Nostalgia · Loss · Grief · Mortality · Human Condition