“We need, in love, to practice only this: letting each other go. For holding on comes easily; we do not need to learn it.”
Quote by Rainer Maria Rilke
Work
The Selected Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke
This volume brings together a selection of poems by Rainer Maria Rilke, a major figure in early 20th-century European literature. The collection spans his career, including pieces from his early, middle, and late periods, reflecting his evolving style from impressionistic and religious themes to more existential and modernist concerns. Known for his intense imagery and meditative tone, Rilke's poetry often explores solitude, love, death, and the search for transcendence. The selection typically includes well-known works such as those from 'The Book of Hours,' 'New Poems,' and the 'Duino Elegies,' offering readers an entry into his profound and influential poetic voice. more
Author
Rainer Maria Rilke
German poet known for his profound poetry and epistolary works. Rainer Maria Rilke's poetry style is unique, often exploring themes such as loneliness, love, and religious faith. more
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