“Letters to a Young Poet” is authored by Rainer Maria Rilke (bio).  They were inspired by correspondence with Franz Xaver Kappus, an admirer and aspiring poet.  The 10 letters are Rilke’s replies to Kappus’ inquiries and writings.  As a whole, the letters are philosophical, initially revealing Rilke’s approach to writing, later his embrace of a life of “aloneness”.  Rilke is extraordinarily appreciative of Kappus’ and … Continue reading About a Book I Recently Finished: “Letters to a Young Poet”