Alcools by Guillaume Apollinaire
"Alcools" is a collection of poems that explores various themes such as love, loss, and the passage of time. The work is notable for its innovative use of form and syntax, often eschewing traditional punctuation and capitalization. The poems are rich in imagery and symbolism, drawing on a wide range of influences from mythology to modern urban life. The collection is considered a landmark of modernist literature, reflecting the author's unique vision and distinctive poetic voice.
The 1217th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1913
- Nationality
- French
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 150-200
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- French
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This book is on the following lists:
- 17th on Le Monde's 100 Books of the Century (Le Monde)
- 25th on Pour une Bibliothèque Idéale (Raymond Queneau)
- 188th on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)