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Set against the backdrop of the Cuban missile crisis, the narrative explores the profound connection between an exiled Russian poet and his American translator. Their relationship highlights the significance of language and the impact of forbidden words during a pivotal historical moment, illustrating how literature can influence the course of events and personal lives alike. The novel weaves themes of exile, identity, and the power of communication into a rich tapestry of emotional and political tension.
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The Translator, John Crowley
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- 2013
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- Title
- The Translator
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Crowley
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 320
- ISBN13
- 9780380815371
- Series
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- 3.75 out of 5
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the Cuban missile crisis, the narrative explores the profound connection between an exiled Russian poet and his American translator. Their relationship highlights the significance of language and the impact of forbidden words during a pivotal historical moment, illustrating how literature can influence the course of events and personal lives alike. The novel weaves themes of exile, identity, and the power of communication into a rich tapestry of emotional and political tension.