Stanley Corngold is an emeritus professor of German and comparative literature whose acclaimed translations bring the works of seminal authors to new audiences. His approach prioritizes not only linguistic accuracy but also the preservation of the original literary voice and atmosphere. Through his insightful translations, Corngold enables readers to engage deeply with complex narratives and distinct stylistic qualities. His work stands as a testament to the art of literary translation, bridging cultural divides with fidelity and scholarly insight.
"An evocative account of German émigrés in America in the wake of Nazism, centered around Thomas Mann's early exile in Princeton and his encounters with a brilliant group of intellectuals, including Albert Einstein, Hermann Broch, and Erich Kahler, which came to be known as the Kahler Circle"--