Calligrammes: Poèmes de la paix et de la guerre (1913-1916)
Apollinaire, Guillaume
"Calligrammes: Poèmes de la paix et de la guerre (1913-1916)" by Guillaume Apollinaire is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. This work stands at the intersection of poetic expression and the experiences of war, drawing upon themes of love, loss, and the impact of conflict on human lives. Apollinaire’s verses reflect on personal and collective memories, linking the beauty of life with the atrocities of war.  The opening of the collection introduces themes that intertwine personal and national sentiments of love, nostalgia, and war. Apollinaire begins with vivid imagery that captures the emotional landscape affected by conflict – including references to landscapes, sounds, and profound feelings of yearning and memory. In this portion, he evokes a sense of connection to both the physical world and the personal aspects of love, while foreshadowing the war’s disruptive and transformative effects on these elements. Overall, the beginning serves as a precursor to the rich tapestry of experiences and reflections that will unfold throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
French poetry -- 20th century War poetry, French World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry
Category: French Literature Category: Poetry FR Poésie