Letters to a Young Poet

Penguin presents the unabridged audiobook edition of "Letters to a Young Poet" by Rainer Maria Rilke, narrated by Max Deacon and Dan Stevens. In this collection, Rilke offers insightful guidance on topics such as writing, love, and suffering through a series of letters to a young officer cadet, which have resonated with artists and writers for generations. The audiobook also includes the 'Letter from a Young Worker,' a poignant critique of Christianity, along with an introduction by Lewis Hyde that contextualizes Rilke's thoughts and an afterword by Charlie Louth that explores thematic contrasts in Rilke's work. Additionally, it features a chronology, notes, and suggestions for further reading.