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The biography details the life of John Payne, who transitioned from a legal career to become a distinguished translator of classic works, including Boccaccio's Decameron and The Arabian Nights. He notably celebrated the Persian poet Hafez, placing him alongside literary giants like Dante and Shakespeare. Payne's contributions extended to limited edition publishing and founding the Villon Society, honoring the medieval poet François Villon, known for his tumultuous life. He passed away in 1916 at the age of 73 in South Kensington, London.
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John Payne - The Poetry of John Payne - Volume V: Thorgerda & The Fountain of Youth, John Payne
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- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- John Payne - The Poetry of John Payne - Volume V: Thorgerda & The Fountain of Youth
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Payne
- Publisher
- Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 62
- ISBN13
- 9781787802506
- Category
- Poetry, Maps and Travel
- Description
- The biography details the life of John Payne, who transitioned from a legal career to become a distinguished translator of classic works, including Boccaccio's Decameron and The Arabian Nights. He notably celebrated the Persian poet Hafez, placing him alongside literary giants like Dante and Shakespeare. Payne's contributions extended to limited edition publishing and founding the Villon Society, honoring the medieval poet François Villon, known for his tumultuous life. He passed away in 1916 at the age of 73 in South Kensington, London.