Tides by Pablo Neruda (1929)
The poem explores the theme of love and its connection to nature. It describes the speaker's longing for a distant lover, using imagery from the natural world to convey the intensity of their emotions. The poem also touches on the idea that love can be both beautiful and painful.
By Pablo Neruda · First published 1929 · Genre: Poetry, Nature Writing, Romanticism · 105 words
First lines
I grew up drenched in natural waters like the mollusk in the phosphorous sea.
In me the crusty salt resounded and formed my singular skeleton.
How to explain-almost without the blue and bitter rhythm of breathing, one by one the waves repeated what I sensed and trembled with until salt and spray formed me: the wave's rejection and desire, the green rhythm which at its most secret raised up a transparent tower.
It kept that secret and all at once
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Pablo Neruda
- Date: 1929 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Nature Writing, Romanticism, Existentialism, Symbolism
- Length: 105 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is characterized by its lyrical and expressive language, typical of Neruda's poetic style.
- Nature Writing — The themes revolve around natural elements, particularly water and the sea, reflecting a deep connection to the environment.
- Romanticism — The emotional depth and exploration of personal feelings in relation to nature align with Romantic ideals.
- Existentialism — The introspective nature of the text suggests themes of existence and identity shaped by natural forces.
Tags
Poetry · Love · Nature · Ocean · Sea · Tides · Passion · Desire · Longing · Sensuality · Imagery · Symbolism
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