Sonnets to Orpheus

"Sonnets to Orpheus" is a collection of 55 sonnets written by the German poet Rainer Maria Rilke in 1922. Inspired by the myth of Orpheus, who could charm all living things with his music, the work explores themes of art, love, death, and the interconnectedness of life. Rilke addresses the transformative power of creativity and the relationship between the artist and the world. The sonnets reflect on existence and the human experience, blending lyrical beauty with philosophical depth, making them a significant contribution to 20th-century poetry.