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An accomplished poet's first and only sonnet sequence.Sonnets to Orpheus is Rainer Maria Rilke's first and only sonnet sequence. It is an undisputed masterpiece by one of the greatest modern poets, translated here by a master of translation, David Young.Rilke revived and transformed the traditional sonnet sequence in the Sonnets. Instead of centering on love for a particular person, as has many other sonneteers, he wrote an extended love poem to the world, celebrating such diverse things as mirrors, dogs, fruit, breathing, and childhood. Many of the sonnets are addressed to two recurrent figures: the god Orpheus (prototype of the poet) and a young dancer, whose death is treated elegiacally.These ecstatic and meditative lyric poems are a kind of manual on how to approach the world how to understand and love it. David Young's is the first most sensitive of the translations of this work, superior to other translations in sound and sense. He captures Rilke's simple, concrete, and colloquial language, writing with a precision close to the original.
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- Q: What is 'Sonnets to Orpheus' about? A: 'Sonnets to Orpheus' is a sonnet sequence by Rainer Maria Rilke that serves as an extended love poem to the world, celebrating various aspects of life, rather than focusing on a specific romantic relationship.
- Q: Who translated 'Sonnets to Orpheus'? A: The book is translated by David Young, known for capturing Rilke's original style and language with sensitivity.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This product is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition,' indicating that it shows some signs of use but is still in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: How many pages does 'Sonnets to Orpheus' have? A: 'Sonnets to Orpheus' contains 134 pages, making it a concise yet impactful collection of poetry.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, which is lightweight and flexible, ideal for reading and portability.
- Q: Which category does 'Sonnets to Orpheus' belong to? A: 'Sonnets to Orpheus' falls under the 'German' category, reflecting its origins and the language of the original text.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of 'Sonnets to Orpheus' was published on May 15, 1987.
- Q: Is 'Sonnets to Orpheus' suitable for beginners in poetry? A: Yes, 'Sonnets to Orpheus' can be appreciated by both new and seasoned poetry readers, as Rilke's accessible language invites readers into deeper contemplation.
- Q: Are there any notable themes in 'Sonnets to Orpheus'? A: Notable themes in 'Sonnets to Orpheus' include the celebration of life, the exploration of love in a broader sense, and reflections on mortality and existence.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is a bilingual German-English edition, allowing readers to engage with both the original text and its English translation.