Mankind by Pablo Neruda (1969)

The poem explores the search for human identity and the struggle to find one's place in the world. It delves into themes of existence, morality, and the human condition, questioning the nature of humanity and its relationship with the universe. The speaker grapples with the concept of self, seeking to understand their own existence and purpose within the larger context of human history.

By Pablo Neruda · First published 1969 · Genre: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Social Commentary · 1,267 words

First lines

Here I found love. It was born in the sand, it grew without voice, touched the flintstones of hardness, and resisted death.

Here mankind was life that joined the intact light, the surviving sea, and attacked and sang and fought with the same unity of metals.

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• Work type: Poem
• Author: Pablo Neruda
• Date: 1969 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Poetry, Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Epistolary, Existentialism
• Length: 1,267 words
• Structure: 1 section, 40 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

• Poetry — The work is written in a poetic style, utilizing imagery, metaphor, and lyrical language.
• Literary Fiction — The text explores deep themes of love, struggle, and the human condition, characteristic of literary fiction.
• Social Commentary — The work addresses social issues, including labor struggles and the plight of marginalized communities.
• Epistolary — The format resembles a letter, conveying personal thoughts and reflections.

Tags

Poetry · Philosophical · Human Condition · Existential Crisis · Social Commentary · Political · Historical · Cultural Heritage · Latin American Literature · Spanish Language · Free Verse · Lyrical

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• Body of a Woman (1959)
• The Light Wraps You (1954)
• Ah Vastness of Pines (1975)
• The Morning Is Full (1954)
• So That You Will Hear Me (1976)
• I Remember You As You Were (1952)
• Leaning Into The Afternoons Leaning into the afternoons I cast my sad nets towards your oceanic eyes (1954)
• White Bee (1974)
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