Letters to a Young Poet

I am no intellectual, and stumbled upon this book through a ladies' magazine article asking celebs what they were reading. Elizabeth Shue, whose talent I really enjoy, mentioned Letters to a Young Poet. The book is for the open-minded and the big- hearted, teachable few that possess the intellectual chops to parse and absorb the beauty of Rilke's words and insight. It is both a comfort and an inspiration. I LOVE this book. Buy it, and share some time with it, and yourself.

This is such an insightful exchange with hopeful you poets.

His advice shows where the poetry and wisdom he gives us in his own writings comes from. Each letter has its own revelations heart and beauty. A compassionate and encouraging man from a young age. I keep giving my copy to family or good friend and have to replace. I highly recommend this. Do not be put off by the word "letters" in the title.

"Be patient with all that is unsolved in your life and learn to love the questions themselves." (From Letters to a Young Poet). Rainer M.
Rilke challenges us to accept the challenges of each day gracefully and with expectation. His thoughts continue to uplift me.

The Letters was an assignment that at first seemed a daunting read, as it is written in old English. After the first letter or so, if a person payed attention to what was said, it became profound. It was very uplifting and would make a good gift for someone who is going through hard times or needs self-examination.

Not the best printed version of these great letters, but it is the cheapest. It is worth buying a few copies and passing it along to friends who might be going through a hard time. Within are words that can comfort even the most despondent of souls.

I absolutely adore this book and I highly recommend it to everyone. This book provides great inspiration for writers of poetry, narrative, or any other type if artist. Rilke's words can give a person of any age a clear reason to create.