Miklós Radnóti was a Hungarian poet whose work is profoundly shaped by his Jewish heritage and his tragic fate during the Holocaust. His poetry masterfully blends avant-garde and expressionist themes with a neoclassical style, exemplified in his eclogues, alongside notable romantic love poetry. Despite societal rejection due to his origins, he strongly identified with Hungary in his verse. His final poems, penned during a death march, stand as some of the few literary works from the Holocaust era to have survived.
A significant contribution to European literature, this collection of poetry emerges from the harrowing experiences of the Holocaust and the Second World War. It stands out as one of the most profound literary works born from this dark period, showcasing the power of verse to convey deep emotion and reflection on human suffering.