Letters to a Young Poet / Rilke’s correspondence on love, art & solitude 

Pls do a podcast, I would hear to your voice a billion times.

I’m only 10 seconds in and it’s already feeling like a professional PBS documentary-style thang - way to go, Emma, whoop whoop!!!

This video is the best thing ever.

Excellent shots. You have a gift of cinematography.

I had one of those days today when everything was just off and irritating. I can't express how soothing this was

OMG THIS VOICE MAKES MY EARS FEEL LIKE HEAVEN

No doubt Rilke would be pleased to know we are discussing him in 2021. Thank you for spreading the word. Art saves.

you're a treasure on youtube, so refreshing...

I so wanna read this! PS - Please do a video about how you annotate your books, Emma!

i have been a rilke stan since i was 13 and he’s by far my favorite poet of all time, to the point where i got a tattoo similar to this >> on my 18th birthday this year to symbolize his quote, “the purpose of life is to be defeated by greater and greater things,” on the outside of my wrist. his work makes me feel alive, makes me feel whole, and makes me feel safe. in my eyes, nobody else compares to him and his way with words and expression. we also share the same middle name 😉

You've made me fall back in love with books again, with being a writer. I can't thank you enough for the immense impact of love for art you've had in my life, and your introduction to Rilke is a big part of that. Bless you.

wow, just wow. the letters, your voice, the meaning behind, the recordings, and the theme of love highlighted throughout provides so much solace and peace to my mind.

The other day I began to read 'The Picture Of Dorian Grey' and I had tears in my ears in the beginning pages itself not only because I felt everything that was going on in me was expressed so beautifully but also that someone else felt the same way. I was having a not so great day and felt alone. The moment you began narrating Rilke's letters, I felt seen again and comforted just like when I was reading Oscar Wilde's book. I keep thinking, look at these people (Leonardo Da Vinci, Shakespeare and more). We have a distance of centuries between us yet they feel the closest in terms of emotional companions. P. S. I have a good mind to start reading Rilke's work soon Emma. I was already a fan since you narrated the snippet that's on one of your coffee mugs.

I don't know if my heart lives inside this book or this book lives inside my heart.

I read Letters to a Young Poet very recently, and it was life-changing. It was as if as I was reading, Rilke was responding to all the questions going through my head. If once sentence said something and I was thinking "but what..." the next sentence would be "of course you could say..., but..." it was almost as if I was Kappus haha. Overall, I think the single thing this book taught me is that it's ok to do what you love in solitude, and not have a whole community based on that thing that are only going to offer criticism and competition. And that only having questions, not answers, is ok. I'm so glad you made this video! 🤍

This video is beautiful! I totally agree with everyone saying this is like a BBC documentary! I didn't enjoy Letters to a Young poet as much as most people do, but some of his sentiments are really moving and his language is especially beautiful. I love the idea of turning inward, not letting your creations be deemed as worthy by others. But his stance on solitude and on love seemed idealistic. Solitude and time in nature is a privilege at times, although I wish it weren't. Obviously I wasn't the target audience of these letters, so my qualms are all personal. I wish it were possible to read Kappus' letters, because I think I would have enjoyed the work more if I were able to take on the point of view of the intended recipient better. This work did convince me to read more Rilke, though!

this was the first book I ever read from Rilke, just a couple weeks ago, and now I want to explore every single thing he's ever written, and soak and linger in his words. he captivated me instantly 😍

The beauty of your sensitivity, intelligence and receptivity has not only made you wise beyond your years, but has enriched the lives of others as well.

You should consider making audiobooks 😭❤

Solitude allows us to fully grasp our own particular uniqueness and place to blossom and fulfill our potential as creative forces.Art is the fullest expression of these forces and is indeed independent of arbitrary or limiting judgements.Love is the appreciation and joyous acceptance of the self or another in its totality❤️❤️❤️❤️

I love Rilke, and I'm beyond excited to find others who share the same passion for him! I was introduced to Rilke through a Japanese novel called The Wind Has Risen (Studio Ghibli's "The Wind Rises" is loosely based on this novel) by Tatsuo Hori, in which the protagonist reads Rilke's "Requiem for a Friend" in the last chapter. Reading that novel in my teen years, I was deeply moved by Rilke's words quoted in it. I've been repeatedly reading his poems, Letters to a Young Poet, as well as Stories of God ever since, especially when I feel alone. Rilke has taught me many things, and among them, I am especially grateful for his teaching me that solitude doesn't have to be a bad thing. Being a musician (Pianist and composer), I spend much of my time alone, and it is easy to feel lonely, but Rilke has taught me that the one who decides whether aloneness would be hopeless loneliness or blessed solitude is myself. Rilke, to me, has become the "innocent mind,/ Whose words are images of thoughts refin'd," as Keats would say:)

Beautiful meditation upon a beautiful book 🙏

her videos give too much peace !!!!!!!! omg

this is exactly how i'd picture a tv documentary on rilke's letters 😍 i need to read his poetry because i loved his letters!

this book has already inspired me so much hald way through reading it like sometimes i exist in my day and i think about something from that book

I cried watching this , and listening to you , listening to Rilke

This is the most beautiful video ever

After 5 minutes I almost cried, paused it, decided to get the book first and then I'll keep watching

Rilke is the most amazing poet. He always tells me what I need to hear at that moment

I've literally been clicking and refreshing your channel numerous times these few days and.... FINALLY!!!! Thank you thank you thank you!

I have an exam tomorrow and honestly, I intended to take brief notes from this video. However, your narration was so calming and beautiful. It captivated me completely. I ended up closing my notes to listen to it attentively. loved the video as well as the content. would definitely read Rilke

omg Emma, just read Letters to a Young Poet because of you, it touched my soul, and now you post this! Perfect timing I'm so excited to watch

Oh my god I think I'm crying inside This video it's so good and beautiful.

I clicked on this video and thought 'I'm not doing it, I'm not buying the book'. I bought the book.

Yes, excellent writing and a superb video. I'm an old fogey, i'm very impressed with you and have so much to learn from you. I would doff my hat if i had one. I bow instead. I am into poetry (and world cinema) more than novels. Rilke is among the very greatest. Oh and i enjoy haiku- the classic ones and writing them myself. But i digress. RAINER MARIA RILKE: THIS IS THE CREATURE This is the creature that has never been. They never knew it, and yet none the less entirely loved it, from its suppleness to the very light of the eyes, mild and serene. It never was. And yet their love supplied the need of being. They always left a space. And in that clear space they had set aside it lightly raised its head and felt no trace of not being real. They fed it not with corn, but with the possibility that it might, somewhere, exist. They were able to confer such strength, its forehead grew a horn. One horn. It came up to a virgin once, all white - and lived on in the mirror and in her. (translation) RAINER MARIA RILKE: EVENING Slowly now the evening changes his garments held for him by a rim of ancient trees; you gaze: and the landscape divides and leaves you, one sinking and one rising toward the sky. And you are left, to none belonging wholly, not so dark as a silent house, nor quite so surely pledged unto eternity as that which grows to star and climbs the night. To you is left (unspeakably confused) your life, gigantic, ripening, full of fears, so that it, now hemmed in, now grasping all, is changed in you by turns to stone and stars. (translation)

This is the best video on the platform

You're such a sensible and artistic person, I love your videos! I frequentely feel so alone in this world, but you are one of those people that make me feel in company, warm and happy. Thank you for your videos

This is a work of art, thank you! 💜

this is so beautiful, like i can't ! you are such a kindred soul

That's a work of art you made there emmie, thank you!

This made my day! Thank you, Emma.

Thank you so much for this Emma xxx

Thank you so much for this, it honestly might be the best video I've ever watched on youtube

I am here after 1 hour of Emma posting this video because I just read Letters To A Young Poet. I feel so accomplished.

this was beautiful. thank for this emma, it opened my eyes, mind and soul, and made my day.

This video is beyond beautiful! It's a dream! Thank you, Emma.🌺

This video is so beautiful, perfectly edited and gorgeously said. Your voice suits Rilke’s letters perfectly. Thank you for this, it’s one of the best things I’ve ever watched.

yayyy i'm so stoked to watch this!! I read this recently because of how much you rave about it and absolutely loved it!! So beautiful, like literally every single page is annotated!! I've been getting more into meditation and mindfulness, and I couldn't help but link that to how much Rilke emphasises on solitude and being present.

How sensitively you honour this poet's work and philosophy. Your voice bears both gentleness and clarity. I enjoy solitude and its mixture of joy and sad longing.

More Rilke videos please, he's my favorite poet. The book of hours is amazing. Saludos desde Chile

Even just the start of the video is spectacular, it is like a professional movie/documentary and I love it. This is video is going to be extremely good when I watch it now :)

Wow, this is the most beautiful video I've seen in a long long time, thank you for sharing your passion and love for these words. I'll definitely be reading this book soon ☺️

Dear Emma, thank you for your effort, for taking your time to create this amazing content. & thank you for making me rediscover my love for books. xx

I just want to thank you

i reread letters to a young poet and annotated it with your views on the letters and its the most beautiful reading experience ever

I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed this video. Thank you! Your voice and your words are a balm for my soul.

Love love love this!!! You are so creative and smart!!!!

This video is just incredible... :O The shots, the music, your voice, Rilke's thoughts, your thoughts... thanks :)

This is a next-level video, Emma. Excellent work.

you're a dream!!!! a gift that keeps on giving

I have no words of what this video made me feel, it was just a piece of art itself. I loved it, thank you so much for creating this content, it's unvaluable. Continue doing this, you're so good♥

I am in ABSOLUTE awe of this video!🖤🕯

Thank you for this video Emmie, it was much needed

This just straight up looks beautiful

I discovered your channel a few of months ago by chance and I can’t tell you in words how happy I am for it. Through your channel I have discovered so many writers who I am not sure if I would have otherwise and it would have been such a loss. Rainer Maria Rilke has become one of my favourites- His writings have deeply affected me. And I couldn’t have found him at a better time than this. Thank you for bringing him into my life. :)

This was so utterly beautiful

Thank you so much for this🙏 such a thoughtful and beautiful sharing of his precious words❤️

This is such a beautiful and tender, heartfelt video on Rilke, I'm in quiet awe. I have heard so many people talk about how they love Rilke but your video has just made me see what is so special in his thoughts and meditations. I definitely want to read him now very much. A gorgeous, beautifully filmed video, Emma! 👏👏

I can't "like" this video enough!!!

I can confidently say that this is my favorite youtube video so far. Thank you for introducing Rilke to me Emma.

You uploaded this video right a week after I read Letters to a Young Poet because of you. Thank you. It was such a wonderful read and I loved every single second of it. Watching you talk about it is maybe even better than reading it. Thank you for this video and for sharing your love for Rilka with us

Well, you are the reason and this video is the reason I am going to start reading poetry. Thank you so much for inspiring me. Keep doing the amazing work that you're doing. Loads of love ❤️

This has to be my favorite video of yours, Emma ❣️ Rilke's beautiful and moving words being read by you is a combination the world needed ✨ ngl, I was feeling a little emotional by the end hahaha

It was Sunday and I was waiting for your video... Here it is in all of its beauty !

Rilke is my favorite poet. Thank you for this video. I love your work!

Making my everyday happier!!! 😊

I just ordered this book and so excited to read about his wisdom!! Thanks for introducing his works to us!

Videos like this are truly your calling 🙌✨💕

You are such an inspiration for me. Especially in bringing back my love for books and reading and for prompting me to read and try classics. I never did regret doing what I did. ✨❤️

I can't thank you enough for introducing me to Rilke ❤️

absolutely loved this video 💛 it made me appreciate letters to a young poet even more

I read this on your recommendation around a month ago and it reignited a love for poetry I thought I'd lost. Thank you.

wow, emmie! this came at the perfect time for me - as you already know - I am still not over this little but profound collection. 🤍

this video is so soothing and calming to both sight and ear

Her content is so relaxing to listen to, its nice to watch before going to bed

This video is sunshine for the soul🌻

Watching this video, listening to Rilke's beautiful words by your beautiful voice which speaks of love for the poet...I can't imagine what reading his works would be like... You have really motivated me to read him through this video which was one of the best I have ever seen or will see...Thank you for it

If I could live inside this video I would, you have this gift of building perfect bubbles of comforting aesthetics, coziness and art love through your videos 🌻

emma! thank you so so so much for being such a pure and lovely soul, and for bringing comfort and peacefulness into my life. the only rilke I've ever read (sad, I know) is the dark interval. I read it earlier this year when my dog passed away and it was just what I needed at the moment. it made me see death from a different perspective. it also made me understand it and accept it as what it is, just another chapter of life.

One of the best videos of your channel ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

The intro to this video is EVERYTHING

Your voice is so calming! I loved this

Ma'am. What a lovely little piece of art 🥰

I went through my copy as you spoke about each letter. I had every quote you spoke about underlined as well so it was such a beautiful experience to read along to your voice. pls make more of these types of vids, this was amazing

I was just reading his Letters yesterday, serendipitously enough. Beautiful video. And very informative and extensive. I adore Rilke. I am always moved when I revisit his Duino Elegies.

It’s like a book trailer. The words, your voice, and the scenery in the video are so beautiful❤️ so so beautiful💗 I’ve already ordered it online, and I can’t wait to read it. I’ll watch this video again after I finish reading it. I’m sure I’ll have a whole new perspective🥰 Thank you so much for all the things you do. You’ve inspired me a lot.

Omg this video is so precious ✨ I read Rilke while I was in university and I completely fell in love with his writing. He was possibly the first poet whose poetry really affected me 💜

this is so beautiful thank you emma 😭

since you recommended rilke, ive been meaning to read this book. with such a beautiful voice and atmosphere and cinematography, now seems like a great time to accomplish that. i am already in love with this video and these letters

i love your videos emmie, makes me feel so comfortable