Jaiva by Pablo Neruda (1935)
The poem explores the theme of love and its transformative power. It describes a romantic relationship where two people become one, their bodies merging into a single entity. The speaker's voice is filled with passion and sensuality, evoking a sense of urgency and longing. The poem also touches on the idea that love can be both beautiful and painful, comparing it to a wound that never heals.
By Pablo Neruda · First published 1935 · Genre: Poetry, Surrealism, Nature Writing · 47 words
First lines
The violet-colored crab lurks in the corner of the sea: its pincers are the two enigmas: its appetite is an abyss.
Later its armor agonizes in a hellish bowl and now it is nothing more than a rose: the delectable red rose.
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Genres
- Poetry — The work exhibits lyrical qualities, rich imagery, and emotional depth typical of poetry.
- Surrealism — The vivid and dreamlike descriptions suggest a surrealist approach, exploring the subconscious.
- Nature Writing — The focus on the crab and its environment highlights themes of nature and the natural world.
- Symbolism — The use of symbols, such as the crab and the rose, conveys deeper meanings and themes.
Tags
Poetry · Chilean Literature · Latin American Poetry · Love Poems · Erotic Poetry · Sensual · Intimate · Passionate · Romantic · Emotional · Personal · Confessional
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Pablo Neruda
- Date: 1935 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Surrealism, Nature Writing, Symbolism, Philosophical Literature
- Length: 47 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
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