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5.0 out of 5 stars the heart of Neruda, April 11 2003

By	Alejandra Vernon "artist & illustrator" (Long Beach, California) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)

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This is a fabulous dual-language collection of some of the most sensual, passionate poems written in modern times. Whether he imagines himself as an insect making a journey "from your hips to your feet", traveling to distant places with his beloved by his side, or as a soldier who must leave but whose love will "go on singing until the end of life", Neruda writes with exquisite simplicity, and great beauty.

I find this to be the most accessible of Neruda's books that I have read, perhaps because its subject was a central part of his life. As explained in the introduction of the book, these poems are autobiographical, and written about his wife, Matilde Urrutia. First published anonymously in 1952, they were released in 1963 under his own name, but only after much thought, because of their "intimate birth".
The translations by Donald D. Walsh are superb. He has captured the fluid rhythm, the emotion, and the fire.

He was fortunate to have had this remarkable relationship, as well as the ability to express his feelings with such uncommon depth, but for those men who lack Neruda's poetic genius, and who would like to melt the heart of the woman they love, this might be the perfect gift to go along with that bunch of flowers.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The most beloved book of poetry that I own, Dec 30 2002

By	ShayShay (Warner Robins, GA) - See all my reviews

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I had heard about Pablo Neruda a few years before and I wasn't too fond of his poetry. When I opened "The Captain's Verses" in a bookstore a few months ago, I knew that I had to have it. Since then this has become my most treasured book of poetry. I don't even know how to describe Pablo Neruda. When you read his poetry you just become entranced by the way he is so accurately able to convey such passion in his simple words and beautiful imagery. Even now after I have read each poem in this book at least a hundred times I am still amazed by the way he does it. I have not yet found another book of poetry that can evoke such feeling as "The Captain's Verses." I believe that this is essential to any poetry lover's collection of poetry and that those who are not big fans of poetry would enjoy the love poems of Pablo Neruda.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Powerfull and sensitive, Nov 24 2002

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The most amazing and sesitive book that I ever had read about Pablo Neruda.
Pablo es capaz de modelar como nadie las imagenes y meterte en un libro tan hermoso y poderoso. "La muerta" es un claro ejemplo de la belleza y la fuerza de su poes�a.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Right to the heart
Pablo Neruda was the greatest poet of our time, in my opinion.
There are few poets whose works can be just as effective when translated, yet because of his brilliant use of... Read more

Published on May 29 2002 by S. Sommerville

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent gift for your beloved
Just gave this book to my girlfriend, we're here in Cape Cod, have been spending much time watching the waves, swimming in the ocean; enjoying great meals, friends and... Read more

Published on Aug 19 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars natural passion
My cat is now in heat; she'll lie around, wallowing in front of the male cats, as if she's on catnip. After I read this book, I knew how she felt.

Published on Feb 20 2001 by David White

5.0 out of 5 stars This Man From Chile is Hot
This book is a collection of mind morsels that remove you from the everyday and place you into the vortex of love. Each poem a sliver of life examined and held close by the reader.

Published on Jan 30 2001 by terry murphy