Solitudes and Other Early Poems

The book highlights Antonio Machado's pivotal role in modern Spanish lyric poetry, linking him to literary giants like Bécquer and Lorca. Influenced by Symbolism and modernismo, Machado maintained a strong connection to reality, valuing natural imagery alongside deeper meanings. His humanitarian approach emphasized emotions and intuition, rejecting the cerebral nature of baroque poetry. This bilingual edition showcases his early mature work, featuring poems from "Soledades," including various sections that reflect his unique poetic vision.