Hearth Book Club: Letter to a Young Poet

Join Miranda's Hearth for a book club discussion that actually talks about books every fourth Wednesday from 7:00-8:30 at Arts at the Armory.

Our book selections focus on fiction and non-fiction books about creativity, communication, individuality versus community, and vulnerability.

This month: Letters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria Rilke
90 pages, very quick read 4-6 hours total

Book Review from Nina Earley:

"I gave this book to my brother as a gift when I first moved away from home; I think he must have been 15 or 16. I’d like to think it had something to do with his decision to study philosophy, and later become a musician and songwriter, though I may be giving myself too much credit. I do, however, absolutely believe that this book could change the course of a young creative life, and I don’t think Rilke realized quite the impact these letters would have. That being said, I never actually read it myself until now, though I always meant to.

"While these letters include lots of advice, they can’t be labeled self-help exactly. Rilke has a way with prose, and his words create beautiful glimpses into his own life, which, while filled with creativity, was not always easy. One thing I find astonishing is that he wrote these letters when he was in his late 20s, responding to a teenage student at the same academy he attended when he was younger, connected through a teacher. His advice is eloquent and wise, and quite impressive for a young writer. He does not sugarcoat the difficulties of a writer’s life, but remains encouraging nonetheless."

READ MORE: http://mirandashearth.com/book-review-letters-to-a-young-poet-by-rainer-maria-rilke/

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The Hearth Book Club meets the fourth Wednesday of every month from 7:00-8:30 pm at Arts at the Armory. Check our book club list to see what we’re reading next and support your local bookstore by buying your copy at Porter Square Books!

Don’t have time to read an entire book each month? Join us for Hearth to Hearth: An article discussion group on Second Wednesdays at 8:00 pm!

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