Si nada nos salva de la muerte, al menos que el amor nos salve de la vida.
Meaning
Love gives meaning to life even in the face of mortality.
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About the author
(1904–1973) was a Chilean poet and diplomat known for his passionate and lyrical poetry. His works, including "Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair," explore love, politics, and human emotion. Neruda received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1971. His poetry has been widely translated and celebrated. Pablo Neruda’s legacy continues to inspire readers and writers worldwide.
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