“In the secret of night, my prayer climbs like the liana, My prayer is, and I am not. It grows, and I perish. I have only my hard breath, my reason and my madness. I cling to the vine of my prayer. I tend it at the root of the stalk of night.”
Quote by Gabriela Mistral
Work
Selected poems of Gabriela Mistral
This book features a selection of poems written by Gabriela Mistral, a renowned Chilean poet and educator who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1945. The poems reflect her deep connection to nature, social justice, and the human condition. more
Author
Gabriela Mistral
Gabriela Mistral, born on April 7, 1889, and died on January 10, 1957, was a renowned Chilean poet and a significant figure in Latin American literature. Known for her profound emotions and unique poetic style, Mistral's works have received international recognition, including the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1945. more