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German poet Rainer Maria Rilke(18751926) enjoys everincreasing popularity. His Duino Elegies is considered on of the greatest long poems of the twentieth century. Yet translations from his native German have always presented challenges: the elusiveness of Rilke's imagery, the playful way he both distorts and subverts his own language, and the depth and complexity of his poetry make it difficult for translators to preserve the beauty and meaning of the original text. In his stunning bilingual selection that includes the entire Duino Elegies as well as a number of favorite and less familiar shorter poems, Galway Kinnell and Hannah Liebmann manage to retain power and grace of Rilke's words. Throughout his poetry, Rilke addresses questions of how to live in and relate to a world in a voice that is simultaneoulsy prophetic and intensely personel. These translations offer new insight into this enigmatic German poet whose work will continue to be read and admired throughout the world.
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- Q: What is 'The Essential Rilke' about? A: 'The Essential Rilke' is a bilingual collection of poetry by German poet Rainer Maria Rilke, featuring his renowned 'Duino Elegies' and other selected poems, showcasing the depth and complexity of his work.
- Q: Who are the translators of this edition? A: This edition is translated by Galway Kinnell and Hannah Liebmann, who have worked to preserve the beauty and meaning of Rilke's original German text.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Essential Rilke' was published on September 5, 2000.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 176 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Essential Rilke'? A: This edition of 'The Essential Rilke' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What literary category does this book fall under? A: 'The Essential Rilke' is categorized under essays.
- Q: Is 'The Essential Rilke' suitable for readers unfamiliar with Rilke's work? A: Yes, this collection includes both well-known and less familiar poems, making it accessible for readers who are new to Rilke's poetry.
- Q: What makes Rilke's poetry challenging to translate? A: Rilke's poetry is challenging to translate due to its rich imagery, unique language, and the deep philosophical questions it addresses, which can be difficult to capture in another language.
- Q: Does this edition include the entire 'Duino Elegies'? A: Yes, this edition includes the entire 'Duino Elegies' along with a selection of shorter poems.