A Season in Hell and The Drunken Boat

Both works feel deeply personal and raw, but I'm curious how much of his own struggles and rebellion shaped his poetic voice. Did his life experiences directly fuel the intensity here?

The surreal landscapes and vivid metaphors kept me captivated, but I wonder whether these images came from personal visions or literary influences. What do you think led to this dreamlike style?

I was prepared for something very obscure, but some passages felt surprisingly raw and immediate. Was that intentional, or is it just how Rimbaud's voice comes through?