Numbered by Pablo Neruda (1974)
The poem explores the theme of love and its transformative power. It describes a romantic relationship where two people become one, their love growing stronger with each passing day. The speaker reflects on how this love has changed them, making them feel more alive and connected to nature. The poem also touches on the idea that true love can transcend even death itself.
By Pablo Neruda · First published 1974 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Social Commentary · 159 words
First lines
Today is the twenty-seventh, a twenty-seventh.
Who numbered the days?
What is this about?
I ask in this world, on this earth, in this century, in this time, in this numerical life, why, why were we ordered, reduced to quantities?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Pablo Neruda
- Date: 1974 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Social Commentary, Literary Fiction, Surrealism
- Length: 159 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in a poetic form, utilizing imagery and emotional depth characteristic of poetry.
- Philosophical — The text explores existential themes, questioning the nature of existence and the significance of numbers in life.
- Social Commentary — It critiques societal structures and the dehumanization associated with numbering individuals.
- Literary Fiction — The narrative style and thematic depth align with literary fiction, focusing on character and philosophical exploration.
Tags
Poetry · Latin American Literature · Chilean Poetry · Love Poems · Passionate · Introspective · Emotional · Personal · Autobiographical · Stream-of-Consciousness · Free Verse · Imagery Rich
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