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Canto General

Pablo Neruda
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Canto General

Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2004

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Pablo Neruda

Canto General

Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Poem • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Latin American Literature
Setting

Latin America • 20th century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Canto General is an epic poem by Pablo Neruda, exploring Latin America's history and identity. It weaves together themes of nature, politics, and personal experience, celebrating the continent's diverse people and landscapes. The poem aims to illuminate the struggles and resilience of individuals across time, providing a rich tapestry of cultural and historical reflections.

Contemplative

Emotional

Inspirational

Nostalgic

Informative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

1,737 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Pablo Neruda's Canto General is celebrated for its rich poetic exploration of Latin American history and identity. Critics praise its ambitious scope and vivid imagery. However, some note the overwhelming length and dense language as potential drawbacks. Overall, it remains a powerful, evocative masterpiece in Neruda’s oeuvre, highlighting his mastery of poetry.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Canto General?

A reader who enjoys Canto General appreciates lyrical poetry, Latin American history, and social justice themes. They may also enjoy One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez for its exploration of Latin American culture or Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman for its epic poetic style.

4.3

1,737 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Poem • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Latin American Literature
Setting

Latin America • 20th century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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