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The translation captures the essence of Baudelaire's work with remarkable fidelity, challenging the notion that poetry is untranslatable. Eric Gans adheres closely to the original French, showcasing Baudelaire's unique vision while blending modesty with poetic talent. This new rendition aims to convey the original's meaning and emotional impact, making it a valuable resource for poetry enthusiasts and students of French literature. The result is a celebration of Baudelaire's artistry that resonates with readers in English.
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Les Fleurs Du Mal by Charles Baudelaire, Charles Baudelaire
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- Released
- 2019
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- Title
- Les Fleurs Du Mal by Charles Baudelaire
- Subtitle
- A New Translation by Eric Gans
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Charles Baudelaire
- Publisher
- Spuyten Duyvil
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 584
- ISBN13
- 9781949966169
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes
- Rating
- 4 out of 5
- Description
- The translation captures the essence of Baudelaire's work with remarkable fidelity, challenging the notion that poetry is untranslatable. Eric Gans adheres closely to the original French, showcasing Baudelaire's unique vision while blending modesty with poetic talent. This new rendition aims to convey the original's meaning and emotional impact, making it a valuable resource for poetry enthusiasts and students of French literature. The result is a celebration of Baudelaire's artistry that resonates with readers in English.