“All things want to float.”
Book:Sonnets to Orpheus
Quote by Rainer Maria Rilke
Work
Sonnets to Orpheus
Sonnets to Orpheus is a poetic work that delves into the emotional depths of love and the enduring power of human emotion. The author uses the myth of Orpheus, a figure from Greek mythology known for his musical prowess and tragic love story, as a backdrop for a series of sonnets. These sonnets reflect on themes such as unrequited love, the pain of separation, and the quest for redemption. The work is characterized by its rich imagery and profound emotional resonance, offering readers a contemplative journey through the complexities of the human heart. 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
You May Also Like
“I suppose it's like the ticking crocodile, isn't it? Time is chasing after all of us.”
Source: Jack London Six Pack
“And anyway, I suspect he secretly liked it when a woman was cold and distant”
Source: Summertime: Fiction
“All of this has happened before, and it will all happen again.”
Source: Summertime: Fiction
Source: Touched With Fire
Source: Delphi Complete Works of Leo Tolstoy (Illustrated)
Source: Anna Karenina (World Classics, Unabridged)
“I'm a great poet. I don't put my poems on paper: they consist of actions and feelings.”