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August 7, 2019

Barbara Heldt on How Translation Can Give a Book a Second Life

“Karolina Pavlova’s 1848 novel made a splash when it first appeared, and for good reason. It is interesting in form, mixing prose and poetry, and full of sharply ironic insights about Russian society of the day, especially the lives of...

April 12, 2018

A Contemplation of Konstantin Batyushkov’s Writings from the Golden Age of Russian Poetry

“The poet sees a palace in his retreat— Happy because he dreams.” — Konstantin Batyushkov (1787-1855) In celebration of National Poetry Month, today we’re presenting you with this contemplation of Konstantin Batyushkov’s Writings from the Golden Age of Russian Poetry (Presented and translated...

April 9, 2018

Book Giveaway! Writings from the Golden Age of Russian Poetry

In celebration of National Poetry Month, we are featuring Writings from the Golden Age of Russian Poetry, by Konstantin Batyushkov. Presented and translated by Peter France. Throughout the week, we will be featuring content about the book and its translator on our blog as well as...

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Tag: Russian Poetry

Barbara Heldt on How Translation Can Give a Book a Second Life

A Contemplation of Konstantin Batyushkov’s Writings from the Golden Age of Russian Poetry

Book Giveaway! Writings from the Golden Age of Russian Poetry