Rainer Maria Rilke

About

Rainer Maria Rilke (1875–1926) was a German-language poet born in Prague. He is considered one of the most significant lyric poets of modern European literature. His best-known works include the Duino Elegies and the Sonnets to Orpheus. Although he spent most of his life outside Bohemia, Prague shaped his early years and left a lasting mark on his writing.

Recent shows

Nov 24, 1919 Bürgerhaus-Saal, Bern (CH)
Oct 27, 1919 Tonhalle, Zurich (CH)

Upcoming · 1

Prague and Bohemia in the Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke — National Literature Monument / Literature Museum, Prague

Wed 17.12. – Tue 30.6. National Literature Monument / Literature Museum, Prague

in progress

Prague and Bohemia in the Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke

A literary programme exploring Rilke's poetry about Prague and Bohemian landscapes, held at the Museum of Literature.

lecture

Past · 1

Mon 25.5. National Technical Museum, Prague

516. Conversations about Prague: Prague-born Rainer Maria Rilke

A lecture exploring the life and work of Austrian poet Rainer Maria Rilke, born in Prague, and his profound connection to the city that shaped his literary legacy.