Description
Miguel Hernández, 25 Illustrated Poems
Book Summary
This commemorative edition brings together twenty-five essential poems by Miguel Hernández, one of the most universal poets in Spanish literature. Each poem is interpreted by a different visual artist, giving rise to a unique dialogue between word and image. The reader will find a work that transcends the literary format to become a complete artistic experience, where the poet's sensitivity and commitment are expressed through painting, sculpture, design, and photography.
What is it about?
The book presents a selection of twenty-five poems that span the various creative stages of Miguel Hernández, from his earliest, most vitalist poetry to the verses of deep social and human commitment written during the war. Each poem is accompanied by an original illustration created by a contemporary artist, offering a personal and contemporary visual reading of Hernández's verses. The result is a volume that invites us to rediscover the poet's work through multiple artistic lenses, enriching our understanding of his legacy.
Main themes
- Life, death, and love in the poetry of Miguel Hernández
- The poet's social and political commitment during the Civil War
- Nature, the countryside, and the land as sources of lyrical inspiration
- The translation of poetic language into contemporary visual language
- The collaboration between poetry and the visual arts as a collective creative experience
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at poetry lovers who desire a visual and renewed approach to the work of Miguel Hernández. It is also particularly appealing to readers interested in contemporary art, illustration, and the relationships between creative disciplines. It is an ideal work both for those already familiar with the poet and for those approaching his lyrical universe for the first time, thanks to the evocative power of the images.
What this book offers
- An essential anthology of twenty-five poems representative of Miguel Hernández's career
- A reading experience enriched by the visual interpretation of twenty-five visual artists
- A careful, high-quality edition that turns the book into an artistic object
- A new look at the poet's work, capable of connecting with contemporary sensibilities
- An opportunity to explore the dialogue between poetry and art from a collective and multidisciplinary perspective
Technical specifications
- Author: Hernández, Miguel
- Publisher: Kalandraka
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: POETRY, POETRY BY INDIVIDUAL POETS
- Collection: PUNTOS CARDINALES
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: March 2017
- Number of pages: 108
- Weight: 458 g
Editorial review
This work stands out for its original proposal to combine the poetry of Miguel Hernández with the work of twenty-five visual artists, offering a visual reading that expands the poet's interpretive horizons. The hardcover edition and careful editorial design make it an attractive volume for both collectors and readers looking for a complete aesthetic experience. It is a recommended choice for those who wish to rediscover Hernández's poetry from a contemporary and multidisciplinary perspective.