3 Books $30 | 3 Prints $48 | Codes: 3BOOKS & 3PRINTS
3 Books $30 | 3 Prints $48 | Codes: 3BOOKS & 3PRINTS
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PRE-ORDER: Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair, Pablo Neruda

PRE-ORDER: Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair, Pablo Neruda

Please Note: This popular title is in reprint and available for order. Ships March 17.

Pablo Neruda’s Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair captures the raw, unguarded beauty of love in all its forms—its ecstasies, heartbreaks, and quiet moments of yearning. Neruda’s verses transcend time and language, offering readers an intimate look at the human condition. The book pairs Neruda's sensual, elegant poetry with provocative illustrations and bold typography for a unique, immersive reading experience.

This artful pocket edition is illustrated by Obvious State Founder, Evan Robertson and is printed in the United States on beautiful premium paper. It makes a great gift for poetry and art lovers alike. 

FUN FACT
Neruda wrote this, his first collection, at the unbelievable age of 19!

WHAT MAKES IT AWESOME?
Honestly? It’s sexy as hell without being explicit or crass. 

WHY READ IT?
It is one of the most renowned books of poetry in history, and a must-read.

This title is also available in the original Spanish here.

SPECIAL OFFER
Any 3 books for $30. Use code: 3BOOKS 
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  • Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 0.25 x 6 inches (pocket edition) 
  • Paperback: 96 pages (perfect bound)
  • Publisher: Obvious State
  • Language: English
$ 12.00

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ABOUT US

In Pursuit of Wisdom & Beauty

Obvious State is a creative studio and independent press founded by Nichole and Evan Robertson in 2011. We make visually reimagined classics and art for word lovers. All of our work features Evan's original illustrations.

We're drawn to language that has stood the test of time, insights that strike a chord, poetry that stretches the imagination, and philosophy that prompts critical thinking.

Our books and prints are available in our shop and in bookstores and boutiques nationwide. Our work has been featured at The Folger Shakespeare Library, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The American Writers Museum, The Emily Dickinson Museum, The Library of Congress, The Getty Museum, The Museum of Contemporary Art and more.