This Is Where We Live
The poem explores the speaker's connection to their homeland, describing its beauty and significance. The speaker reflects on their childhood, remembering the sounds, smells, and sensations of their native environment. They express a deep sense of belonging and nostalgia for their homeland, emphasizing its importance in shaping their identity.
By Pablo Neruda · First published 1977 · Genre: Poetry, Lyrical, Nature Writing · 329 words
First lines
I am one of those who live in the middle of the sea and close to the twilight, a little beyond those stones.
When I came and saw what was happening
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This Is Where We Live is listed on Textopian as a poem by Pablo Neruda, dated 1977 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Pablo Neruda
- Date: 1977 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Lyrical, Nature Writing, Romanticism, Existentialism
- Length: 329 words
- Structure: 1 section, 15 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in a poetic style, characterized by vivid imagery and emotional depth.
- Lyrical — The text expresses personal feelings and reflections, typical of lyrical poetry.
- Nature Writing — The themes revolve around nature, the sea, and the earth, emphasizing a connection to the natural world.
- Romanticism — The focus on individual experience, emotion, and the beauty of nature aligns with Romantic ideals.
Tags
Poetry · Love · Nature · Imagery · Symbolism · Latin American Literature · Chilean Culture · Identity · Place · Belonging · Memory · Nostalgia
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- The Light Wraps You (1954)
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- The Morning Is Full (1954)
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- I Remember You As You Were (1952)
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