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In the cage there is food, not much, but there is
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I wish to make a noise with my feet. I want my soul to find its proper body.

Poems and Anti-Poems [1958]. Piano Solo 1

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Nicanor Parra

1914-09-05 — 2018-01-23 · San Fabián

Nicanor Parra was one of the most important Chilean poets of the 20th century, creator of "anti-poetry", a literary genre that rejects traditional poetic language in favor of a more direct, colloquial, and ironic expression. His work questions social and literary conventions, using humor, satire, and common sense to demystify reality and poetry itself. Parra is known for his originality, his biting social criticism, and his profound impact on Latin American literature, being considered a fundamental figure of Chilean Modernism and an unmistakable voice in universal poetry.

Awards (5)
2011
Prémio Cervantes

The Cervantes Prize is the most important literary award in the Spanish language, recognizing the work of writers who have contributed significantly to the Hispanic literary heritage.

1969
Premio Nacional de Literatura de Chile

The National Prize for Literature of Chile is the highest literary distinction awarded by the Chilean State, recognizing the complete work of a living author.

2001
Reina Sofía Poesía

Ibero-American poetry prize that recognizes the complete works of Spanish and Portuguese-speaking poets, promoting the diversity and richness of poetry on both sides of the Atlantic.

2012
Prémio Neruda de Poesia

International literary award honoring the work of Pablo Neruda, recognizing excellence in Spanish and Portuguese poetry, with a focus on Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula.

1991
Premio FIL

The FIL Award for Romance Languages, granted by the Guadalajara International Book Fair, recognizes the work of living authors whose literary contributions enrich the literary heritage in Romance languages.

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