Charles Baudelaire
Charles Baudelaire was a French poet, essayist, and art critic, born on April 9, 1821, in Paris. He is best known for his groundbreaking collection of poetry, "Les Fleurs du mal" (The Flowers of Evil), which delves into the complexities of beauty, love, and the darker aspects of human experience. Baudelaire's work often reflects his fascination with the urban landscape of Paris, capturing the fleeting moments of modern life and the interplay of the sublime and the grotesque. His unique style and innovative use of symbolism have left a lasting impact on literature and paved the way for future generations of poets and writers.
Despite facing criticism and controversy during his lifetime, Baudelaire's contributions to the literary world have earned him a revered place in the Western canon. His exploration of themes such as decadence, sensuality, and existential angst resonates with readers even today. As you dive into his works, you'll discover a rich tapestry of emotions and ideas that invite reflection and contemplation. We encourage you to explore Baudelaire's poetry and prose in the app, where each piece offers a glimpse into the mind of a truly remarkable literary figure.
Les Fleurs du mal
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Charles Baudelaire
L’on trouvera ici une version intégrale des Fleurs du Mal du célèbre poète.« Quand le ciel bas et lourd p&…
Les Fleurs du Mal - Spleen et Idéal
Charles Baudelaire
Au Fil des lectures Première section des Fleurs du Mal : Spleen et Idéal de Charles Baudelaire. Une lecture de Thibaut Giraud.…
Les fleurs du mal
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Charles Baudelaire
La compilation de poèmes intitulée "Les fleurs du mal" de Charles Baudelaire (1821-1867) fit fureur et scandale d&eg…
The Flowers of Evil
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Charles Baudelaire
This is a collection of French poems by Charles Baudelaire, originally titled "Les Fleurs du mal." It was popular in the symbolist…
Poème du Mois - 004 L'albatros
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Charles Baudelaire
Albatros ont été décrits comme "le plus légendaire de tous les oiseaux". Un albatros est un embl&egrav…
Les Fleurs du mal (Poèmes, Sélection)
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Charles Baudelaire
Il est des textes dont on pourrait dire ce que l’on dit à propos de ces fleurs qui défendent qu’on les touche. C’est une chose…
Poème du Mois - 005 Le Chat
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Charles Baudelaire
LE CHATViens, mon beau chat, sur mon cœur amoureux:Retiens les griffes de ta patte,Et laisse-moi plonger dans tes beaux yeux,Mêl&eacut…
El extranjero
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Charles Baudelaire
"Dime, hombre enigmático, ¿a quién amas tú más? ¿A tu padre, a tu madre, a tu hermana, a tu h…
Le Haschisch
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Charles Baudelaire
La troisième section des Paradis artificiels est intitulée par Baudelaire Du vin et du haschisch comparés comme moyens…
El perro y el frasco
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Charles Baudelaire
- Lindo perro mío, buen perro, chucho querido, acércate y ven a respirar un excelente perfume, comprado en la mejor perfumer&i…
La desesperación de la vieja
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Charles Baudelaire
La viejecilla arrugada sentíase llena de regocijo al ver a la linda criatura festejada por todos, a quien todos querían agrada…
Un gracioso
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Charles Baudelaire
Era la explosión del año nuevo: caos de barro y nieve, atravesado por mil carruajes, centelleante de juguetes y de bombones, h…
The Flowers of Evil
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Charles Baudelaire and James Huneker
Charles Baudelaire was a French poet whose work is described as combining an exoticism inherited from the Romantics with the Realism of othe…
Little Poems in Prose
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Charles Baudelaire
Noted macabre poet Charles Baudelaire later in life wrote this collection of brief sketches, what he deemed "little poems in prose"…
An Invitation to a Journey
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Charles Baudelaire
Multilingual Monthly Poetry Project is a project oriented to gather multiple translations and multiple contributions of one chosen poem for …