The Victorious People
The poem is a celebration of the Cuban Revolution and Fidel Castro's rise to power. It describes the struggles of the working class and the peasantry, their exploitation by foreign powers and local oligarchs, and their ultimate triumph over their oppressors. The tone is one of defiance, hope, and jubilation.
By Pablo Neruda · First published 1954 · Genre: Poetry, Political Literature, Social Commentary · 118 words
First lines
My heart's in this struggle.
My people will overcome. All the peoples will overcome, one by one.
These sorrows will be wrung like handkerchiefs until all the tears shed on the desert's galleries, on graves, on the steps of human martyrdom, are squeezed dry.
But the victorious time's nearby.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Pablo Neruda
- Date: 1954 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Political Literature, Social Commentary, Inspirational Literature, Contemporary Literature
- Length: 118 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in a poetic form, utilizing imagery and emotional expression typical of poetry.
- Political Literature — The themes revolve around struggle, victory, and collective human experience, reflecting political and social issues.
- Social Commentary — The text addresses societal struggles and the resilience of people, providing insight into human conditions.
- Inspirational Literature — The message of overcoming adversity and hope for a better future serves to inspire readers.
Tags
Poetry · Chilean Literature · Latin American Poetry · Revolutionary · Political · Social Justice · Human Rights · Freedom · Democracy · History · Culture · Identity
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