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The list of the best poetry books in Spanish to enjoy this autumn

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    Complete Poetry of Pablo Neruda

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    • Comprehensive English collection of nearly 600 poems

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    Neruda is a pillar of Spanish-language poetry, and his complete works offer a profound immersion into his lyrical genius and his vision of the world. Ideal for enjoying the richness of his language and the depth of his emotions during autumn.

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    Poetic Anthology of César Vallejo

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    • Won the National Book Award for translation in 1979

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    This anthology offers a representative selection of the work of Vallejo, one of the most innovative and moving poets in Latin American literature. His verses, filled with anguish and hope, invite reflection and introspection during the autumn days.

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    Gypsy Ballads by Federico García Lorca

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    • Folk tales and love poems

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    Lorca is one of the most important poets in Spanish literature, and his Gypsy Ballads is a masterpiece that combines folk tradition with the avant-garde. His poems, full of vivid imagery and symbolism, are ideal for immersing yourself in the beauty and mystery of autumn.

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    Pablo Neruda - Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair

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    • Sensual, unique, and raw collection

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    This classic by Neruda is a passionate exploration of love and heartbreak, perfect for reading in autumn. His evocative verses and sensual language capture the intensity of human emotions.

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    On the banks of the Sar

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    • Exploration of the inner world

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    This book of poems by Rosalía de Castro is a masterpiece of Spanish Romanticism, written entirely in Castilian Spanish, and deeply exploring the author's inner world. Its melancholy and profound nature make it ideal for autumn reading.

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    Desolation

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    • Reach the highest peaks of Gabriela Mistral's poetry

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    "Desolation" is Gabriela Mistral's first book of poems, published in 1922, and is considered a masterpiece of Latin American literature. The poems in this book express the author's profound sorrow and emotional fluctuations, marking a milestone in Spanish-language poetry.

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    Diana's Tree

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    • It condenses the modern drama of poetic subjectivity

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    This collection of poems by Alejandra Pizarnik, published in 1962, is a fundamental work of Spanish-language poetry that explores the inner journey, poetic subjectivity, and the doubling of the self. Its lyrical language and thematic depth make it essential reading for autumn.

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    Reality and Desire

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    • An indispensable point of reference in modern literature

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    This book is a fundamental compilation of Luis Cernuda's poetic work, exploring the tension between personal longings and the limitations of existence. Its profound reflections on love, solitude, and the search for identity make it essential reading for autumn.

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    Fields of Castile

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    • Evolution of the more intimate verse

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    Campos de Castilla is a masterpiece by Antonio Machado, first published in 1912. This book of poetry is very popular and reflects the poet's deep connection with the land and people of Castile, marking a milestone in 20th-century Spanish poetry.

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    The empty chalices

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    • A passionate voice full of sensuality

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    This book of poems by Delmira Agustini, published in 1913, is a masterpiece of Uruguayan modernism, notable for its marked eroticism and its bold exploration of female desire, making it an essential read for autumn.

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    The lightning that never stops

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    • Extraordinary poetic adventure

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    This collection of poems by Miguel Hernández is a masterpiece of contemporary Castilian poetry, marked by a profound life experience and amorous themes, making it ideal for an autumnal reading.

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    World of Seven Wells

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    • Poetry of intense humanity

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    This collection of poems by Alfonsina Storni, published in 1935, marks an exceptional maturity in her work, moving away from romantic influences and exploring themes such as the sea and personal pain with a bolder and more experimental style.

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    Rimas

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    • Leading exponent of Spanish Romantic poetry

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    Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer's Rhymes are a collection of short poems that capture the essence of Spanish post-romanticism, characterized by their simplicity, musicality and emotional depth, making them an ideal read for autumn.

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    Altazor

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    • The culmination of Creationism for some

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    Considered Vicente Huidobro's masterpiece and a milestone in Spanish-language poetry, "Altazor" is an avant-garde poem that challenges traditional poetic norms with innovative and disconcerting language.

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    The tongues of diamond

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    • Primer libro de contenido amatorio de Juana de Ibarbourou.

    This is Juana de Ibarbourou's first and acclaimed book of poems, published in 1919. It contains an exploration of love and female existence with a rich and youthful language, making it a fundamental work of poetry in Spanish.

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    Couplets on the death of his father

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    • A profound reflection on the unexpected arrival of death

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    The Coplas por la muerte de su padre is a fundamental elegy in Spanish poetry, standing out for its profound reflection on the fleeting nature of life and the universality of death, which makes it an essential read for autumn.

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    Gloria Fuertes' book

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    • A wonderful book in every respect

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    This book compiles the life and work of the poet, offering a complete view of her unique poetics and her impact on literature.

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    Fervor of Buenos Aires

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    • It pays homage to its past city

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    This is Jorge Luis Borges's first book of poetry, published in 1923, and it focuses on the suburbs of Buenos Aires, exploring the tension between the particular and the universal. It is a foundational work that foreshadows his later style and is essential for understanding his poetic oeuvre.

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    Woman without Eden

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    • Considered Carmen Conde's masterpiece

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    Considered Carmen Conde's masterpiece, this collection of poems, published in 1947, marked a generation of female writers and is a symbol of the female condition.

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    Trilce

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    • Written by one of Latin America's most renowned writers

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    Considered the most radical book of poetry written in the Spanish language, "Trilce" crystallizes the poetic evolution of César Vallejo and breaks with literary modernism to delve into the avant-garde.

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    Blank variations

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    This book of poetry by Ada Salas, published in 1994, is an outstanding work that received the IX Hiperión Poetry Prize, making it an essential read for lovers of poetry in Spanish.