'What matters is to live everything. Live the questions for now.' A hugely influential collection for writers and artists of all kinds, Rilke's profound and lyrical letters to a young friend advise on writing, love, sex, suffering and the nature of advice itself. One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.
Rainer Maria Rilke
Rainer Maria Rilke (1875-1926) was a Bohemian-Austrian poet and novelist known for his lyrical and introspective writing style. His most notable works include "Letters to a Young Poet" and "Duino Elegies." Rilke's poetry often explores themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning in a fragmented world. He is considered a pioneer of modernist poetry and has had a significant influence on the development of 20th-century literature. His most famous work is "The Sonnets to Orpheus." Rilke's unique perspective and profound insights continue to resonate with readers around the world.
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