A review by ed_moore
Letters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria Rilke

emotional inspiring fast-paced

5.0

“Perhaps all the dragons in our lives are princesses, only eating for the day when they will see us handsome and brave? Perhaps we’ve burn terrifying is deep down a helpless thing that needs our help” 

‘Letters to a Young Poet’ was so unbelievably cute. Franz Kappus wrote to Rilke asking about his poems, and Rilke takes him under his wing and begins by offering poetic advice which soon evolves to his wholesome advice on young love, fears and his perspective of the world. It was so impactful, so quotable, and honestly what I needed today. Words are so beautiful and can hold so much power, and Rilke really demonstrated that. I do wish Kappus’ letters were included rather than just Rilke’s replies to fully contextualise the dialogue between them, though I am sure they would feature in other editions and nonetheless Rilke’s words stood strong on their own and were beyond beautiful. Did sob, it was so cosy and wholesome yet powerful, and such a short and uplifting beautiful little book. 

 

With all devotion and sympathy, 

Rainer Maria Rilke