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The Book Of Hours: Prayers To A Lowly God (European Poetry Classics),New
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This is the first complete translation of Rainer Maria Rilke's The Book of Hours (Das StundenBuch) in more than forty years. This bilingual edition provides Englishspeaking readers with access to a critical work in the development of the most significant figure in twentiethcentury German poetry. Kidder's delicately nuanced translation preserves Rilke's uncomplicated and melodic flow, his rhythm, and, where possible, his rhyme while remaining true to content.Rilke penned The Book of Hours between 1899 and 1903 in three parts. Readers and experts alike consider the collection among Rilke's most important and enduring works.
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- Q: What is The Book of Hours about? A: The Book of Hours is a collection of prayers by Rainer Maria Rilke, written between 1899 and 1903, and is considered one of his most significant works. This bilingual edition features a complete translation that allows English-speaking readers to access Rilke's poetic exploration of spirituality.
- Q: Who is the author of The Book of Hours? A: The author of The Book of Hours is Rainer Maria Rilke, a prominent figure in twentieth-century German poetry.
- Q: When was The Book of Hours published? A: The Book of Hours was published on January 2, 2002.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of The Book of Hours is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in The Book of Hours? A: The Book of Hours contains 235 pages.
- Q: Is The Book of Hours suitable for beginners in poetry? A: Yes, this edition features a nuanced translation that preserves Rilke's melodic flow, making it accessible for beginners while still being appreciated by poetry experts.
- Q: What are the main themes explored in The Book of Hours? A: The main themes in The Book of Hours include spirituality, existence, and the relationship between humanity and the divine.
- Q: Is this a complete translation of The Book of Hours? A: Yes, this edition is the first complete translation of Rainer Maria Rilke's The Book of Hours in over forty years.
- Q: Can I find this book in other languages? A: Yes, The Book of Hours is a bilingual edition, featuring both the original German text and the English translation.
- Q: What makes this translation of The Book of Hours unique? A: This translation is unique due to its delicate nuance, which preserves Rilke's rhythm and rhyme while remaining faithful to the original content.