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35 Sonnets

By Fernando Pessoa

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Journey through the poet's soul as he wrestles with identity, love, and the stark realities of existence in a world that often feels isolating.

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2006-11-30
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Summary

"35 Sonnets" by Fernando Pessoa is a compilation of early 20th-century poetry. It stands as a pillar of modernist literature, questioning existence, love, identity, and failed communication. Pessoa's style showcases his philosophical side, mixed with deep thinking, as seen in his other works. His poems look into the hard parts of being human and show a strong sense of being alone while trying to make friends. Each sonnet mirrors his thoughts on life's puzzles, pairing love with existential despair. Identity is touched upon as he deals with how he feels about himself, making him feel apart from the world. Through stirring mental images and feelings, the sonnets offer a deep look into the passage of time and the search for meaning within a confusing world

About the Author

Fernando António Nogueira de Seabra Pessoa was a Portuguese poet, writer, literary critic, translator, and publisher. He has been described as one of the most significant literary figures of the 20th century and one of the greatest poets in the Portuguese language. He also wrote in and translated from English and French.

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