Prosas Profanas / Obras Completas Vol. II

Name: Prosas Profanas / Obras Completas Vol. II
Author: Rubén Darío

By Rubén Darío

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About This Book

This collection assembles lyrical poems and prose-poems that fuse ornate, musical language with classical and exotic imagery, evoking myth, courtly scenes, and sensual moods. The pieces foreground rhythm and sonority, experimenting with varied meters and melodic phrasing while embracing an aestheticist, escapist sensibility. Frequent allusions to antiquity and foreign courts create luxurious, dreamlike atmospheres, balanced by ironic or elegiac undertones that register ambivalence toward contemporary life. Across polished diction and diverse forms, the poems probe beauty, desire, and the act of poetic creation from a cosmopolitan, symbolically rich perspective.

About the Author

Rubén Darío

Rubén Darío (1867-1916) was a Nicaraguan poet, journalist, and diplomat, widely regarded as one of the most significant figures in Spanish literature. He is best known for his role in the modernismo literary movement, which sought to break away from traditional forms and explore new artistic expressions. His notable works include "Azul..." and "Cantos de Vida y Esperanza," which showcase his innovative use of language and rich imagery. Darío's writings often reflect themes of identity, culture, and the human experience, making him a pivotal figure in the development of modern poetry in the Spanish-speaking world.