THE MARKSMAN

Series: The Poems and Prose Poems - In Prose

Charles Pierre Baudelaire

The Marksman, written by Charles Pierre Baudelaire in 1869, is a collection of poems that explore themes of mortality, beauty, and the human condition. The book is known for its vivid imagery and use of symbolism, which creates a sense of melancholy and introspection. In "The Marksman," Baudelaire writes about a man who is skilled in the art of shooting, but who is also haunted by the memories of his past mistakes and regrets. The poem is a meditation on the nature of time and memory, and how they... AI Generated Content

~1867 CE

Available in: English