Chilean
Poet
12 Jul 1904
23 Sept 1973
Pablo Neruda was a renowned Chilean poet and diplomat, born on July 12, 1904, in Parral, Chile. He is considered one of the greatest poets of the 20th century and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1971. Neruda's real name was Ricardo Eliecer Neftalí Reyes Basoalto, but he adopted the pseudonym Pablo Neruda, in homage to Czech poet Jan Neruda.
Neruda's poetry is known for its passionate and lyrical style, often focusing on themes such as love, politics, and nature. His most famous work, "Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair", was published when he was only 19 years old and quickly became a classic. Throughout his life, Neruda was deeply involved in politics and was a member of the Communist Party. He served as a diplomat and held various diplomatic posts in countries such as Spain, Mexico, and France. Neruda's poetry reflects his political beliefs, with many of his works advocating for social justice and equality. He died on September 23, 1973, just days after a military coup overthrew the Chilean government.
