Victory by Pablo Neruda (1954)
The poem explores the theme of triumph and celebration, describing a victorious moment in which the speaker's spirit is elevated and free. The tone is one of jubilation and pride, with vivid imagery and metaphors used to convey the intensity of the emotions. The speaker describes feeling invincible, with their heart full of joy and their soul soaring like an eagle.
By Pablo Neruda · First published 1954 · Genre: Political Poetry, Social Commentary, Protest Literature · 135 words
First lines
Honor to the longed-for victory honor to the people who have come to the time of establishing their right to live!
But Nixon, like a mouse used to cheese and saddened by his losses, said goodbye to Eduardo Frei with a kiss.
He changed ambassadors, changed spies and decided to close us in with wire:
They would no longer trade with us so that Chile would die of hunger.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Pablo Neruda
- Date: 1954 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Political Poetry, Social Commentary, Protest Literature, Lyric Poetry, Historical Poetry
- Length: 135 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Political Poetry — The poem addresses political themes, specifically the struggle for rights and the impact of political figures on society.
- Social Commentary — It critiques social injustices and the actions of powerful entities, reflecting on the plight of the people.
- Protest Literature — The work serves as a form of protest against oppression and exploitation, highlighting the fight for freedom.
- Lyric Poetry — The emotional and personal expression of the speaker aligns with the characteristics of lyric poetry.
Tags
Poetry · Latin American Literature · Chilean Poetry · Love Poems · Political Poetry · Revolutionary Ideals · Social Justice · Human Rights · Freedom · Liberation · Hope · Struggle
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