Pablo Neruda, born Ricardo Eliecer Neftalà Reyes Basoalto (1904-1973), was a Chilean poet and diplomat. He won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1971. Neruda's works are known for their passionate love poems, political activism, and deep connection to nature and the human experience. His collections include "Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair" and "Canto General". Neruda's writing transcended borders and inspired generations with his lyrical and profound words.