The romantic dogs

I haven't read Bolano's prose yet. I started with his poetry because the author first considered himself a poet. I can say, having read and reread this book, that there were moments while reading this book when I felt like Salieri from the movie Amadeus. There is such raw talent and more than honesty coursing through these lines. There are disappointments, flirtations, jokes, and brutal acts waiting here.

I highly recommend this as an inspiration to read Bolano's other work.