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A legal professional turned translator, John Payne is celebrated for his translations of classic works, including Boccaccio's Decameron and The Arabian Nights. He held poets like Omar Khayyam and François Villon in high regard, equating their impact with that of Dante and Shakespeare. His literary contributions extended to limited edition publishing and founding the Villon Society, dedicated to the medieval poet Villon, known for his troubled past. Payne passed away in 1916, leaving a significant legacy in the world of literature.
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John Payne - The Poetry of John Payne - Volume I: Lautrec & The Masque of Shadows, John Payne
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