Do you not also sense danger
The poem explores the theme of foreboding and menace, evoking a sense of unease and tension through its use of imagery and symbolism. The speaker describes a landscape that is dark, desolate, and eerie, with elements of nature twisted and distorted to convey a sense of danger lurking beneath the surface.
By Pablo Neruda · First published 1954 · Genre: Poetry, Existentialism, Romanticism · 54 words
First lines
Do you not also sense danger in the sea's laughter?
Do you not see a threat in the bloody silk of the poppy?
Do you not see that the apple tree flowers only to die in the apple?
Do you not weep surrounded by laughter with bottles of oblivion?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Pablo Neruda
- Date: 1954 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Existentialism, Romanticism, Surrealism, Philosophical
- Length: 54 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is characterized by its lyrical style, use of metaphor, and exploration of deep emotional themes.
- Existentialism — The themes reflect existential concerns about life, death, and the human condition.
- Romanticism — The emphasis on nature, emotion, and individual experience aligns with Romantic ideals.
- Surrealism — The imagery and juxtaposition of concepts evoke a surreal quality, challenging perceptions of reality.
Tags
Poetry · Latin American Literature · Chilean Poetry · Love Poems · Passionate · Romantic · Intense Emotions · Nature Imagery · Symbolism · Metaphorical Language · Free Verse · Lyrical
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