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4.22 AVERAGE
4.22 AVERAGE
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listened to this on audio! so good - i definitely want to get a physical copy too
Theres something very personal about reading someones letters that I can't quite place in words.
Theres something very personal about reading someones letters that I can't quite place in words.
There's truly something about reading the words of people from a completely different time who face similar problems. The only reason I'm knocking a star is that I read the edition that has both sets of letters and I hated having to flip back and forth to try and get the full picture.
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challenging
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Letters to a Young Poet isn’t just a regular book—it feels like a deep and personal conversation between a wise poet and a young person trying to find their path. It’s made up of ten real letters written by Rainer Maria Rilke to a young aspiring poet named Franz Kappus. In them, Rilke shares his honest thoughts about writing, art, life, and dealing with emotions.
What makes this book special is how calm and thoughtful it is. Rilke doesn’t give step-by-step advice or rules about poetry. Instead, he tells the young poet to look within himself, take his time growing, and not be afraid of being alone. He believes that solitude helps you become a better artist and person.
The language in the letters is beautiful, almost like poetry itself. Rilke talks about big feelings like love, sadness, and the unknowns of life in a way that’s emotional but also comforting. Even if you're not a writer, the advice feels meaningful—especially if you're going through a confusing or emotional time.
It’s a short book, but one you’ll want to come back to when you feel lost or need inspiration. It’s quiet, deep, and makes you think about life in a different way.
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