“I want to unfold. I don't want to stay folded anywhere, because where I am folded, there I am a lie, and I want my grasp of things to be true. I want to describe myself like a painting that I looked at closely for a long time, like a saying that I finally understood, like the pitcher I use every day, like the face of my mother, like a ship that carried me through the wildest storm of all.”
This book compiles a selection of poems that showcase the depth and diversity of the author's poetic voice, exploring a range of subjects and employing different literary techniques. more
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
“Cast all your cares on God; that anchor holds.”
“Death calls ye to the crowd of common men.”
“In order to be in control of your life, you have to have a purpose-a productive purpose.”
“Embrace your dreams and advance as far as they can take you.”
“Effort and hard work construct the bridge that connects your dreams to reality.”
“Innocence is one of the most exciting things in the world.”
“Starting a company is a cause, not a job. Once it becomes a job, that's when you lose”