Nothing More by Pablo Neruda (1956)
The poem explores the theme of disillusionment and the search for meaning in a post-war world. It describes a sense of emptiness and desolation, where the speaker feels that everything has been lost and there is nothing more to be found. The tone is melancholic and introspective, with the speaker reflecting on the past and the present, searching for a sense of purpose and direction.
By Pablo Neruda · First published 1956 · Genre: Poetry, Lyric Poetry, Existentialism · 63 words
First lines
I stood by truth: to establish light in the land.
I wanted to be common like bread: so when the struggle came she wouldn't find me missing.
But here I am with what I loved, with the solitude I lost: but by this stone I don't rest.
The sea works in my silence.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Pablo Neruda
- Date: 1956 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyric Poetry, Existentialism, Romanticism, Philosophical
- Length: 63 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 and expressive language, typical of Neruda's poetic style.
- Lyric Poetry — The poem expresses personal emotions and reflections, focusing on themes of solitude and truth.
- Existentialism — The themes explore the nature of existence, identity, and the human condition.
- Romanticism — The emphasis on individual experience and emotional depth aligns with Romantic ideals.
Tags
Love · Poetry · Latin American Literature · Chilean Poetry · Passion · Intimacy · Desire · Longing · Sensuality · Eroticism · Romance · Relationships
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