Poésies by comte de Lautréamont
Read "Poésies by comte de Lautréamont" Online
This book is available in the public domain. Start reading the digital edition below.
START READING FULL BOOKBook Preview
A short preview of the book’s content is shown below to give you an idea of its style and themes.
The Story
There's no traditional plot here. Poésies isn't a storybook; it's a declaration of war. Lautréamont, a shadowy figure who died at 24, uses these pages to attack the popular poets of his time. He calls their work boring, fake, and stuck in the past. Then, he lays out his own radical ideas for what writing should be: honest, surprising, and as powerful as a force of nature. He argues that poetry should be made by everyone, not just a special few. It's less of a poem and more of a rulebook for a literary revolution.
Why You Should Read It
I picked this up out of curiosity and it completely shook up how I think about creativity. It’s furious, funny, and unbelievably confident for such a short work. Reading it feels like being yelled at by the smartest, most rebellious person in the room. You might not agree with everything he says, but you can't ignore the energy. It’s the kind of book that makes you want to go create something immediately, just to prove you can. It’s a shot of pure creative adrenaline.
Final Verdict
This is for the rule-breakers and the curious. If you love writers who smash conventions, like Arthur Rimbaud or William S. Burroughs, you'll find their spiritual ancestor here. It's also perfect for anyone who feels stuck in a creative rut and needs a jolt of inspiration. Fair warning: it's weird, dense, and challenging. But if you're willing to meet it halfway, Poésies is a tiny, explosive classic that packs a bigger punch than books ten times its size.
The copyright for this book has expired, making it public property. Knowledge should be free and accessible.
Ethan Wilson
6 months agoAfter finishing this book, the content flows smoothly from one chapter to the next. Definitely a 5-star read.
Amanda Walker
1 month agoI was skeptical at first, but the atmosphere created is totally immersive. Worth every second.
Edward Lewis
8 months agoSurprisingly enough, the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. I couldn't put it down.
Linda Lopez
7 months agoHonestly, the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. Definitely a 5-star read.
Jackson Sanchez
9 months agoThis book was worth my time since it provides a comprehensive overview perfect for everyone. Highly recommended.