Description
The wind from the poplars
Book summary
A collection of verses that draws from the Castilian poetic tradition to offer a contemporary and evocative lyrical experience. Among ballads, lullabies, and folk songs, the reader will discover a universe of suggestive imagery that connects cultural memory with a modern sensibility. A book that invites you to traverse internal and external landscapes through the power of words.
What is it about?
This book gathers a selection of poems that depart from the classical forms of Spanish popular poetry—ballads, lullabies, and songs—to transform them with a modern and personal style. Each poem builds a bridge between the traditional and the contemporary, offering the reader an aesthetic proposal that evokes emotions, memories, and sensations. The work presents itself as a lyrical journey where cultural roots intertwine with a fresh and evocative perspective, creating a poetic space that invites reflection and aesthetic enjoyment.
Main themes
- The Castilian poetic tradition and its contemporary reinterpretation.
- Landscape and nature as a source of lyrical inspiration.
- Cultural memory and the emotions evoked through language.
- The musicality of verse in forms such as the ballad and the lullaby.
Who is it recommended for?
Recommended for poetry lovers looking for a work that dialogues with tradition without renouncing modernity. It is also suitable for readers interested in children's and young adult literature with a high-quality lyrical approach, as well as for educators and cultural mediators who wish to bring traditional poetry to new generations.
What this book offers
- A poetic experience that connects cultural heritage with current sensibility.
- Carefully crafted verses that stimulate the imagination and aesthetic sensitivity.
- A gateway to traditional poetry for young and adult readers.
- The opportunity to rediscover classic poetic forms through a renewed perspective.
Technical specifications
- Author: García, Ramón
- Publisher: Kalandraka
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: Poetry, plays, theatrical texts, children's, young adult, and didactic, illustrated albums, poetry, anthologies, yearbooks for children and adolescents, children's and young adult fiction and true stories, children's and young adult: general non-fiction, children's and young adult reference material
- Collection: Poetry
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: May 2013
- Number of pages: 48
- Weight: 284 g
Editorial review
A work that stands out for its ability to renew poetic tradition without losing its essence. The proposal is attractive both to those who are familiar with classical forms and to those encountering poetry for the first time. Its evocative style and careful edition make it a highly recommended choice for personal and school libraries, as well as for any reader interested in contemporary lyricism with folk roots.