Pablo Neruda
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Pablo Neruda, born Ricardo Eliécer Neftalí Reyes Basoalto on July 12, 1904, in Parral, Chile, was a renowned poet, diplomat, and politician. He became known for his poetry at a young age and published his first book, Crepusculario, in 1923. Neruda's most famous work, Veinte poemas de amor y una canción desesperada (Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair), was published in 1924 and remains a classic of Spanish literature. His poetry spans themes of love, nature, and politics, reflecting his deep connection to Latin America and his involvement with the Communist Party. Neruda's diplomatic career took him to Asia and Europe, influencing his work, such as Residencia en la tierra and Canto General. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1971 for his poetry, which "brings alive a continent's destiny and dreams." Neruda played a significant role in Chilean politics and was forced into exile from 1948 to 1952. He married three times and had one child. Neruda died on September 23, 1973, in Santiago, Chile. His legacy as one of the most influential poets of the 20th century continues to inspire readers worldwide[1][2][3].
