Paul Verlaine

Birth: 1844-03-30 , Metz

Death: 1896-01-08 , Paris

Paul Verlaine was a French poet, a central figure of symbolism, known for his musicality and exploration of themes such as melancholy, love, and spirituality. His life, marked by turmoil and intense passions, was often reflected in his work, which oscillates between the spiritual and the carnal, the sublime and the degraded. Verlaine is celebrated for his ability to evoke atmospheres and sensations through carefully crafted language, influencing later generations of poets.

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There is weeping in my heart Like the rain falling on the city. 2

City and Everyday Life Sadness and Melancholy

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