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The Selected Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke

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SKU:
1636
Condition:
Very Good – Clean covers with minimal shelf wear, a tight binding, and clean, crisp, unmarked pages. Includes a brief birthday inscription on the front endpaper.
Format:
Trade Paperback, 356 pages
Publisher:
Random House, Inc., 1982
Edition:
First Vintage International Edition, Seventh Printing
The Selected Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke is a definitive bilingual edition that offers readers a profound journey into the soul of one of the 20th century's most revered poets. This collection presents Rilke's masterpieces, including the "Sonnets to Orpheus" and the "Duino Elegies," alongside his lyrical and philosophical poems, all rendered with Stephen Mitchell's acclaimed sensitivity and clarity in translation. The facing-page German-English format allows readers to experience Rilke's original language while appreciating Mitchell's poetic English renderings. Robert Hass's insightful introduction provides context and depth, enhancing the reader's understanding of Rilke's work. Praised by the Chicago Tribune as "perhaps the most beautiful group of poetic translations this century has ever produced," this edition is a treasure for both new readers and longtime admirers of Rilke's poetry.

The Selected Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke is a definitive bilingual edition that offers readers a profound journey into the soul of one of the 20th century's most revered poets. This collection presents Rilke's masterpieces, including the "Sonnets to Orpheus" and the "Duino Elegies," alongside his lyrical and philosophical poems, all rendered with Stephen Mitchell's acclaimed sensitivity and clarity in translation. The facing-page German-English format allows readers to experience Rilke's original language while appreciating Mitchell's poetic English renderings. Robert Hass's insightful introduction provides context and depth, enhancing the reader's understanding of Rilke's work. Praised by the Chicago Tribune as "perhaps the most beautiful group of poetic translations this century has ever produced," this edition is a treasure for both new readers and longtime admirers of Rilke's poetry.

About the Author

Rainer Maria Rilke (1875–1926), an Austrian poet and novelist, is considered one of the German language's greatest twentieth-century poets. His works, including The Duino Elegies and Sonnets to Orpheus, explore themes of existential questioning, spirituality, and the human condition. Rilke's introspective and lyrical style has left a lasting impact on modern poetry.

Stephen Mitchell (b. 1943) is an American poet, translator, and scholar.  Renowned for his translations of classical and spiritual texts. His translations of works such as the Tao Te Ching, Gilgamesh, and The Iliad have been widely acclaimed for their poetic resonance and fidelity to the original texts. Mitchell's work bridges cultural and linguistic divides, bringing ancient wisdom to contemporary readers.

Robert Hass is an American poet and former U.S. Poet Laureate.  Hass is known for his lyrical and accessible poetry. His works often engage with themes of nature, politics, and the human experience. Hass's introduction to The Selected Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke offers valuable insights into Rilke's life and work, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the poet's legacy.