Sonnets to Orpheus
Sonnets to Orpheus
Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Poem • Fiction
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Sonnets to Orpheus by Rainer Maria Rilke, translated by M.D. Herter Norton, is a poetic collection inspired by the myth of Orpheus. It explores themes of transformation, art, and nature, celebrating the spiritual and the eternal. The work reflects on the interplay between life, death, and creativity, offering profound meditations on existence.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Melancholic
Serene
Fantastical
Reviews & Readership
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Sonnets to Orpheus by Rainer Maria Rilke, translated by M.D. Herter Norton, is celebrated for its lyrical beauty and profound exploration of life, death, and creativity. Norton's translation captures the essence and depth of Rilke's imagery. However, some reviewers find the language occasionally dense or challenging. Overall, it remains a revered work in modern poetry.
Who Should Read Sonnets to Orpheus?
A reader who enjoys Sonnets to Orpheus would appreciate lyrical poetry, existential themes, and contemplative reflections. Fans of Rilke's Duino Elegies or Eliot's Four Quartets might find this work compelling, as they similarly engage with deep philosophical and spiritual inquiries.
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