TED-Ed: Romance and revolution: the poetry of Pablo Neruda - Ilan Stavans

Pablo Neruda, a renowned 20th-century poet, published his first poems at 19 and won the Nobel Prize in Literature. Despite early success, he faced financial struggles and took diplomatic roles worldwide. His poetry, known for its accessibility and political themes, includes works like 'Twenty Love Poems' and 'Canto General.' Neruda's political activism led to exile, but he returned to Chile, where he ran for president. His death shortly after a coup led to rumors of assassination. Today, his work inspires global protests, blending romance and revolution.

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