Come Up with Me, American Love

Name: Come Up with Me, American Love
Author: Pablo Neruda

The poem collection explores the theme of love and its various forms, from romantic and erotic to platonic and familial. The speaker's voice is characterized by a sense of longing and nostalgia, often addressing an absent or distant beloved. The poems also touch on themes of identity, politics, and social justice, reflecting the poet's own experiences as an exile and activist.

By Pablo Neruda · First published 1954 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Writing · 474 words

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Come up with me, American love.

Kiss these secret stones with me.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Pablo Neruda
Date: 1954 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Writing, Lyric Poetry, Surrealism
Length: 474 words
Structure: 1 section, 21 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Poetry — The work is characterized by its lyrical and expressive language, typical of poetry, focusing on themes of love and nature.
Romanticism — The themes of love, nature, and emotional depth align with the Romantic movement's emphasis on individual experience and the beauty of the natural world.
Nature Writing — The vivid descriptions of landscapes and natural elements highlight the connection between love and the environment.
Lyric Poetry — The personal and emotional expression throughout the text is indicative of lyric poetry, focusing on the speaker's feelings and thoughts.