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“El amor, el amor En un cine porno, unos jubilados cascados Contemplaban, escépticos, Los retozos mal filmados de dos lascivas parejas; No había argumento. He ahí, pensaba yo, el rostro del amor, El auténtico rostro. Algunos son seductores, y seducirán siempre, Y el resto sobrevive. No existe ni el destino ni la fidelidad, Sólo cuerpos que se atraen. Sin sentir ningún apego ni, desde luego, piedad, Uno juega, y después destroza. Algunos son seductores y por lo tanto muy amados; Sabrán lo que es un orgasmo. Pero hay tantos otros cansados y sin nada que ocultar, Ni siquiera un fantasma. Si acaso, una soledad agravada por la impúdica Alegría de las mujeres; Si acaso, una certeza: “eso no es para mí”, Un oscuro y pequeño drama. Con certeza morirán un poco desengañados, Sin ilusiones poéticas; Practicarán a conciencia el arte de despreciarse, Será algo mecánico. Me dirijo a todo aquel que nunca haya sido amado, Que nunca supo gustar; Me dirijo a los ausentes del sexo liberado, Y del placer corriente. No teman amigos, su pérdida es mínima: El amor no existe en ninguna parte. Sólo es una broma cruel de la que ustedes son víctimas, Una jugada de experto.”

Quote by Michel Houellebecq

Book:Poemas

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Poemas

Poemas is a compilation of poetry that delves into a range of subjects and feelings, showcasing the depth and diversity of the poetic form. more

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Michel Houellebecq
Michel Houellebecq

Michel Houellebecq is a French author known for his incisive social commentary and unique literary style. His works often explore themes of loneliness, consumerism, and the meaning of human existence in modern society. more

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