Selected Poems by Tomas Tranströmer
This collection of poetry offers a profound exploration of the human psyche, nature, and the complexities of existence through the lens of the Swedish landscape and personal experience. The poet's work is characterized by its vivid imagery, concise language, and deep philosophical undertones. Themes of silence, death, history, and the intersection of the individual with the universal are woven throughout the poems, inviting readers to contemplate the transcendent moments of everyday life. The poet's unique voice bridges the gap between the mundane and the mystical, making this anthology a resonant meditation on the human condition.
The 11505th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1981
- Nationality
- Swedish
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 208
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Swedish
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 82nd on The Century's Most Significant Swedish Books (The TV program Röda Rummet (SVT))
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)