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Letters to a Young Poet (Penguin Classics) by Rilke, Rainer Maria Maria is a work of literary fiction available to read on EtoBox.

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Originally written to a young man considering a career in the German military, Rainer Maria Rilke's beautiful letters explore a huge range of subjects delicately and with a passionate sensitivity. The recipient, Franz Kappus, began to send his poetry to the 27-year-old Rilke when a student, seeking advice. Their correspondence lasted from 1902 to 1908, and Kappus collated and published the ten letters after Rilke's death. The letters contain insights which are as profound today as when they were written, touching on sexuality, love, creativity and other aspects of the human condition. The book is perenially and hugely influential in the US, where it enjoys the accolade of being Lady Gaga's favourite book.

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Author

Rilke, Rainer Maria Maria

Publisher

Penguin Books, Limited

Published

2013

Language

EN

ISBN

9780141960470

Category

work of literary fiction

Subjects

Poetry, Humanities

Rating

4.7 / 5 (429 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14