Description
Baudelaire's Flowers of Evil is a collection of poems that explore themes of love, human depravity, desperation and death. This edition, prologued and translated by Carlos Pujol, includes the six forbidden poems from the original publication, as well as twenty additional poems published later.
Through his verse, Baudelaire reveals his inner world, laying the groundwork for the Symbolist movement that influenced writers such as Rilke, Rimbaud and Valéry. With a passion and artistic vision that transforms dreams into poetry, he explores the mysteries of language and the human experience.
This edition offers a unique insight into Baudelaire's work, showcasing his ability to create a sense of mystery and significance from the simplest words. a worthwhile read for anyone interested in 19th-century French literature or poetry.