The Roots and Affinities of Dylan Thomas in the Works of Claudio Rodríguez: Sacred Nature in the Poet’s Imagination

Abstract

This chapter focuses on the roots and affinities of the Welsh poet Dylan Thomas and how they are reflected in the works of the Spanish poet Claudio Rodríguez, who shared a similar vision of nature. Although some researches mention Rodríguez's interest in the works of the Welsh author, no in-depth study comparing these poets has been published to date. This study will examine how Thomas' influence shaped the compositions of Rodríguez and analyse the affinities existing between the two. It will demonstrate that both authors share a very similar view of nature and an ecocritical perspective will be used to examine how the natural world is represented and dealt with by them.