I've read this book twice. It offers an in-depth exploration of three great poets - Rilke, Pasternak, and Tsvetaeva.

Through the pages, we are granted up-close glimpses of their fascinating lives and remarkable works.

Rilke's profound and lyrical poetry, Pasternak's complex and thought-provoking compositions, and Tsvetaeva's passionate and intense verses all come to life.

The author's detailed accounts and analyses provide valuable insights into the poets' creative processes, their personal struggles, and their contributions to the literary world.

This book is truly a must-read for anyone interested in poetry, literature, or the lives of great artists.

It not only introduces us to the works of these three extraordinary poets but also enriches our understanding and appreciation of their art.

Whether you are a seasoned poetry lover or just beginning to explore the world of verse, this book is sure to captivate and inspire you.

I found it a bit challenging for me, yet I truly did enjoy getting an in-depth look at how poets evolve their thinking and work through the creative process. It was fascinating to observe the various stages they go through, from the initial spark of inspiration to the careful crafting of words and lines.

Their ability to take a simple thought or emotion and transform it into a beautiful piece of art is truly remarkable. I learned that poets often draw from their own experiences, as well as the world around them, to create something unique and meaningful.

Overall, this exploration into the world of poetry has given me a newfound appreciation for the art form and the creative minds behind it. I look forward to continuing to learn and grow as I delve deeper into the works of different poets.

Rilke's final year was a significant one. Despite the claims of this site, it took half a year to complete. During that time, he, along with Pasternak and Tsvetayeva, the author of Duino Elegies, began a correspondence that unfortunately ended with Rilke's death from leukemia on 30 December of that year.

For those who have only read Rilke, like myself, these letters can sometimes be tedious. However, they offer a fascinating glimpse into the darkening state of Russia. Tsvetayeva's fate was brutal. With her husband and daughter killed by the Soviets, she took her own life in 1941. Pasternak, on the other hand, lived much longer and went on to write Doctor Zhivago many years later.

Among them, Rilke seems to have had the most peaceful life. His move to Prague allowed him to escape the worst of the Russian Civil War and the Soviet revolution, even though he adored Russia almost more than his own homeland.

These letters are filled with generous musings on art, love, and life. They make great bedside reading for anyone remotely interested in three of the greatest writers of the 20th century. In fact, they inspired me to finally pick up and read the memoir of Nadezhda Mandelstam that I had been ignoring for so long.

I know little about the three writers.

I have only read some of Tsvitaieva's poetry.

However, it is worth reading this encounter of the three poets.

Their letters are quite intense, and so is their stance towards life.

Each poet seems to pour out their deepest thoughts and emotions in these letters.

It is as if we are given a rare glimpse into their inner worlds.

Their words can touch our hearts and make us think about our own lives.

Although I may not be very familiar with them, this reading experience has made me want to explore more of their works.

I believe that there is much more to discover and learn from these talented poets.

Perhaps in the future, I will have a better understanding of their art and their significance in the literary world.

A bunch of love letters, Rilke is seen as a god by the other two writers. However, at the same time, they are confessing their admiration for each other at the same level.

It gives a very desperate feeling, as if there is a solicitude in everything written between them. It seems that their emotions are so intense and complex that they can only express them through these letters.

I think this is what makes writing to people so different and really nice. It allows us to convey our deepest feelings and thoughts that might be difficult to express in person. Through writing, we can take our time, carefully choose our words, and create a connection with the recipient on a more profound level.

These love letters are not just words on paper; they are a testament to the power of love and the beauty of human connection. They show us that even in the most desperate of situations, there can still be hope and love.

Maybe we should all take a page from Rilke and his contemporaries and start writing more letters to the people we care about. Who knows what kind of beautiful connections and emotions we might uncover?

Letters have long been overlooked as a literary genre, but they deserve far more recognition.

Take this particular collection of letters, for example. The editorial apparatus seems to be making mountains out of molehills, perhaps in an attempt to boost the page count for what is essentially a relatively slim volume. However, this detracts from the true beauty of the letters themselves.

The letters are truly lovely, often filled with a sense of dramatic self-importance. But this is not a negative trait; in fact, it makes them all the more interesting. The writers are clearly highly capable, able to convey their emotions and thoughts with great precision and artistry.

Letters offer a unique window into the lives and minds of the people who wrote them. They can provide insights into historical events, social mores, and personal relationships that might otherwise be lost. As such, they should be regarded as an important and valuable literary form, worthy of serious study and appreciation.

Amour is a beautiful and profound concept. It represents the deep and intense love that exists between two people.

True amour goes beyond physical attraction and encompasses emotional connection, mutual respect, and understanding. It is a love that endures through the good times and the bad, a love that is unconditional and selfless.

Amour can bring great joy and happiness to our lives. It can make us feel complete and fulfilled, as if we have found our other half. When we are in love, we are willing to do anything for the person we love, to make them happy and to protect them.

However, amour is not always easy. It requires effort, patience, and compromise. We need to learn to communicate effectively with our loved ones, to listen to their needs and feelings, and to be willing to make sacrifices for them.

In conclusion, amour is a precious and powerful force that can transform our lives. It is a love that we should all strive to find and cherish.

Stumbled upon this one, a curious crossing of three writers in one year -- 1926. Cast in the role of star-struck fans we have two Russkies, Boris Pasternak and Marina Tsvetayeva. Cast in the role of The King of Poetry? Rainer Maria Rilke.

Rilke's letters are fewest in number here because, unbeknownst to the starstruck Russians, he is dying of leukemia and not telling anyone. I'm sure most readers would be struck by how effusive these letters are, by how loosely the words "love" and "adoring" are used. Even Rilke writes that way, and he's only heard from these two (first Boris, then Marina) for the first time thanks to Borya's dad, Leonid, who had met Rilke many years before.

Other than a lot of spent emotion, you get a little poetry talk, a little literary gossip, and a lot of psychology. If you saw or read (or both) Dr. Zhivago, you'll recognize the hyper-Romantic Pasternak and his troubled marriage. To me, though, it was Tsvetayeva's letters that stood out. A lot of them were poems unto themselves. You can see how her mind was equal parts troubled and creative and, if you didn't know, might even guess she'd wind up a suicide (after ill-advisedly returning to the Soviet Union from France).

All in all, it offers an interesting window into a short frame of time. Speaking of interesting, in her preface, Susan Sontag cites Safe Conduct, not Dr. Zhivago, as Pasternak's greatest work. She also gives a shout-out to Rilke the novelist. Seems he wrote something called The Notebooks of Malte Laurids Brigge in 1910. She calls it his "supreme achievement in prose."

You see what happens when you go epistolary with the literati? You add to your never-ending reading list. It's like opening a Pandora's box of literary treasures and curiosities. The exchange of letters between these three writers reveals not only their personal emotions and literary interests but also a snapshot of the literary landscape of that era. It makes you wonder what other hidden gems lie within the epistolary works of other great writers. Maybe it's time to explore more of these literary correspondences and expand our understanding of the minds and hearts of those who came before us.

Transcendent.

Three genius poets come together, sharing not only their love for the written word but also their profound ideas, incisive criticism, and deep-seated philosophy.

As you embark on this journey of reading, you will be filled with a sense of awe at the remarkable heights that these individuals have managed to reach.

Their words have the power to transport you to different worlds, to make you see things from new perspectives, and to touch the very core of your being.

You will be amazed by their creativity, their ability to express complex emotions and thoughts with such elegance and precision.

Each poet brings their unique voice and style to the table, yet they all share a common passion for exploring the human condition and for making a difference through their art.

Prepare to be inspired, enlightened, and transformed as you delve into the works of these three extraordinary poets.

It was more than just first love. It was something that transcended the ordinary, something that was as simple as could be on this earth.

I loved in the way I had always dreamed of loving, with a passion that knew no bounds, a love that I believed would last for eternity.

You were the epitome of beauty in the absolute sense. Everywhere I looked, there you were.

Your presence filled my world, and your smile was like a ray of sunshine that brightened even the darkest corners of my heart.

I couldn't imagine a life without you, and I knew that this love was something special, something that I would cherish forever.

Letters: Summer 1926 ended.

Ninety-four years later. It ended, once again, after my previous reading of the Chinese version in my younger time, in another way and in another language.

It was a tragic crash of spirit, occurring in a world beyond any dust ground. Yes, ” Never turns to wood, always to ashes.” Such an accident (due to the missing or loss of soul one another) just brought ashes.

After that, I will have to forget this book, these wonderful human beings. (Of course, for the only woman of the three, I know well of her, her soul, which was so deep but definite, so dark but divine, so destructive but devout, so distant but dear, and destined.) Anyway, I will have to put them back to their eternal time. I will no longer meet them. There is no need to meet, again and again and again. Something I just only keep as the sort of silence and I cannot (or I don't want to) name is already in me.

But, as well as I realize, more powerfully, the feelings else will come to engulf all grief. A fate but above and beyond the fate itself. Not only does it come from the past of the book but also comes along with many today.

So, at last, it is indeed It, which blocks and silences me.

A beautiful window into the poetic sentiment is opened through the lens of the incomparable Rilke, perhaps the preeminent pan-European poet. He corresponded with two Russian writers. Pasternak is familiar to Western readers for "Dr. Zhivago", but in his lifetime, his reputation as a poet exceeded his acclaim as a prose writer. Tsvetayeva, however, is the beating heart of the book. She is jealous with a passionate intensity. Rilke is near death, and Pasternak seems like a lesser star - at least at that time - overshadowed by Rilke, Mayakovsky, and yes, Tsvetayeva. This is also a glance at the friendships of intellectuals. They loved, supported, and challenged each other. Their relationships were impetuous and imperfect, but they strived for the betterment of each other. It shows how these poets influenced and inspired one another, leaving a lasting mark on the world of literature.