An Essay On Translated Verse, Issue 6 - Hardcover

Dryden, John

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1024340767 ISBN 13: 9781024340761

Publisher: Hutson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

An Essay on Translated Verse, Issue 6, presents a classic exploration into the art and challenges of translating poetry. Authored by Wentworth Dillon, Earl of Roscommon, with contributions from John Dryden, this essay delves into the intricacies of maintaining poetic form and meaning across different languages. This edition offers valuable insights for scholars and enthusiasts of both poetry and translation theory.

Roscommon's work, enriched by Dryden's perspective, remains a significant contribution to literary criticism, providing enduring perspectives on the delicate balance between fidelity and artistic interpretation in translated works. This historical text sheds light on 17th-century literary thought and the evolving understanding of poetry's universal appeal.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1024340767
• ISBN 13: 9781024340761
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 18