Louise Michel Poems

The Poem ANÁΓKE by Louise Michel

Miseria Victor Hugo drawing of Louise Michel 1871 Paris Commune

A short poem by Louise Michel about life and spirit.

Red Carnation – A Poem for Théophile Ferré

Louise Michel's poem for Theophile Ferre Red Carnation Paris Commune 1871

Louise wrote the moving poem ‘Red Carnation’ on the death of her friend Théophile Ferré, who was sentenced to death for his role in the 1871 Paris Commune.

Poem by Louise Michel to the Commission of Pardons, 1871

Louise Michel poem to Commision of Pardons after Paris Commune - illustration

Louise Michel penned a passionate and angry poem to the Commission of Pardons following the Paris Commune’s brutal suppression by the Government in 1871

To Victor Hugo

When the poet takes all the cries of his soul, All the blood of his heart, all that he has of flame… Louise Michel’s ‘To Victor Hugo’, translated into English.

Mother and Homeland

There are sacred names that vibrate in souls, Mysterious altars of eternal flames, Divine tabernacles… Louise Michel’s ‘Mother and Homeland’ translated into English