Articles related to "Pablo Neruda"

Pablo Neruda was a big man who sacrificed comfort for aesthetics to create a ship-like feel in his home, Isla Negra. A visit is well worth the easy day trip from Santiago

Pablo Neruda was born Ricardo Reyes Basoalto on July 12, 1904, in Parral, Chile. Chiefly a writer of sentimental doggerel, he is most famous for his politics.

The speaker in Pablo Neruda's "Ars Poetica" dramatizes the ranting of a melancholic victim, whose mind is suspended between the concrete and the ephemeral.

Brief biography of Pablo Neruda, considered the best South American poet known for "Veinte poemas de amor y una cancion desesperada."

The house at Isla Negra is Pablo Neruda's most eccentric and wonderful; a poem in itself.

As UNESCO nominated World Book Capital City 2007, Bogota throws open its arms to all on April 19 for the city's 20th Annual Book Festival

Accomplished writers such as Pablo Neruda and Ian Wedde have used the ode to praise aspects of everyday life. By respecting the spirit of the form, you can do the same.

Heavy with sexually charged innuendo, Neruda's sonnet dramatizes the process of lust transforming into genuine love.

According to Neruda's speaker in "The Future is Space," space is a many-colored wonder, but clear planets are unreliable. The goal is to fly off to "pure solitude."

What have great thinkers had to say about great thinking? Here is a collection of wise quotes by people who have thought great thoughts about... well, just that.

Students are not always naturally inclined to love poetry. In honor of National Poetry Month, check out these poems.

Chile's Lakes District is the cultural heart of the South American nation and a major stop on the tourist circuit. Often called a small piece of Switzerland in Chile.

She’s Ahsahta’s controversial editor; we often forget Janet Holmes is also a poet of remarkable talent. Her work belongs in our ongoing discussion of image and poetry.

with the new Ritz Carlton joining San Cristobal Tower in Santiago, Chile's capital is sure to accomadate the most demanding of business travelers.

A classic poet, Dylan Thomas finds less success with this stand-alone monologue. It lacks both the narrative and plot that such a story needs to be effective.

Short biography of Lucila Godoy de Alcayaga (aka Gabriela Mistral), Chilean teacher, diplomat, and gifted poet.

Personalized wedding readings add sparkle to the ceremony. With a little imagination perfect wedding poetry can be created in minutes and remembered forever.

Brief biography of Federico García Lorca, his life, poetry, and works. Leading Spanish poet and playwright, also a composer, painter and pianist.

Jalebi are crisp, delicate spirals of fried batter that release a fragrant syrup when bitten into. This is festive street food that can be prepared at home.

Kala Pola, Colombo City's grandest and most-awaited Street Art Festival, showcases masterpieces by upcoming and prominent painters and sculptors from all over Sri Lanka.

A lyric and challenging collection of essays by Adrienne Rich, one of America's most influential contemporary poets.

Break out the popcorn and snuggle up with these romantic Italian language films to practice Italian listening skills.

With sophisticated nightclubs, endless beach parties, and an array of beautiful people, it's a wonder anyone can get some sleep.

Valparaíso, Chile is an odd mix of architecture, coast, hills, and strange hedonistic culture that makes it one of the oddest and starngely wonderful cities on Earth.

Brief biography of Mexican poet Octavio Paz, famous for The Labyrinth of Solitude, Sun Stone and other poetry on the theme of harmony.

A look at the best films for St. Valentine's day, with something for everyone from alternative Valentine's movies to good old fashioned romantic blockbusters.