Letters to a Young Poet

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Discover the wisdom of creativity with 'Letters to a Young Poet', a beautiful addition to the Little Clothbound Classics series. This brand new edition, featuring a modern design by award-winning illustrator Coralie Bickford-Smith, showcases the profound letters of Maria Rilke, originally penned over six years to inspire a budding officer cadet. Within these heartfelt missives, Rilke imparts timeless advice on writing, love, and the intricacies of human experience, making this book an essential reading for aspiring writers, poets, and artists alike. Immerse yourself in Rilke's lyrical prose that explores suffering, the struggle for authenticity, and the true meaning of advice. Accompanying the main text is 'Letter from a Young Worker', a poignant critique that expands on themes of faith and society. Whether you're looking to ignite your creativity or deepen your understanding of literary arts, this book serves as a guiding light. Perfect for gift-giving or personal exploration, 'Letters to a Young Poet' captures the essence of literary inspiration. Delivery is swift and reliable, ensuring that you receive your copy promptly. Order now to unlock the secrets of artistic expression with this stunning hardcover edition published by Penguin UK in 2023, and embrace the wisdom of Rilke's letters.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241620038
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2023
Publisher: Penguin UK


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Introducing Little Clothbound Classics- irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith.

Over the course of six years, Maria Rilke wrote a series of letters to a young officer cadet, advising him on writing, love, suffering and the nature of advice itself; these profound and lyrical letters have since become hugely influential for writers and artists of all kinds. This volume also contains the 'Letter from a Young Worker', a striking polemic against Christianity written too in letter form.

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