We Have Lost Even by Pablo Neruda
The poem explores the theme of lost love and longing. It describes a past relationship that has been severed, leaving the speaker with a deep sense of loss and yearning. The tone is melancholic and introspective, with vivid imagery evoking a sense of nostalgia and regret.
By Pablo Neruda · First published 1954 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Existentialism · 149 words
First lines
We have lost even this twilight.
No one saw us this evening hand in hand while the blue night dropped out of the world.
I have seen from my window / the fiesta of sunset in the distant mountain tops.
Sometimes a piece of sun / burned like a coin between my hands.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Pablo Neruda
- Date: 1954 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romanticism, Existentialism, Lyricism, Modernism
- Length: 149 words
- Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is characterized by its lyrical and expressive language, typical of poetry.
- Romanticism — Themes of love, longing, and emotional depth are central to the text, aligning with Romantic ideals.
- Existentialism — The exploration of loss, absence, and the search for meaning reflects existential themes.
- Lyricism — The personal and emotional tone of the writing emphasizes the lyrical quality of the text.
Tags
Poetry · Latin American Literature · Chilean Poetry · Love Poems · Loss · Grief · Melancholy · Nostalgia · Longing · Desire · Elegy · Mourning
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