Manya Harari was a distinguished British translator of Russian literature, instrumental in bringing significant works to Western readers. Her translations spanned a wide range of Russian authors, demonstrating a profound understanding of the original texts coupled with literary sensitivity. Harari's work enriched the global literary landscape, allowing diverse audiences to experience the depth and beauty of Russian prose. Her legacy endures through the precision and elegance of her literary renderings.
Manya Harari was a noted British translator of Russian literature and the co-founder of Harvill Press. Her best-known work is the translation of Boris Pasternak's epic novel Doctor Zhivago, which she co-translated with Max Hayward. She also translated works by Paustovsky, Sinyavsky, Ehrenburg and Ginzburg, among others. MEMOIRS 1906-1969 covers Harari's childhood in Russia, school years in England, and her time in the Egypt and beyond.
The Russian Revolution forms the background to this beautiful but heartbreaking tale of four young people, Yury, Tonya, Lara and Pasha, who find love only to lose it again in tragic circumstances. A classic love story, Dr Zhivago remains one of the best-loved romantic books of the century. It was also beautifully filmed with Omar Sharif and Julie Christie in the leading roles.