Description
This unique collaboration intertwines the timeless brilliance of William Shakespeare with a contemporary reinterpretation by Ulrike Draesner. Seventeen of Shakespeare's cherished sonnets are reimagined through Draesner's 'radical translations,' which breathe new life into the old verses, presenting them anew for a modern audience.
By marrying the classic and the modern, this work invites readers to engage with Shakespeare's themes of love, beauty, and mortality through a fresh lens. The translations allow for an exploration of language and meaning, showcasing the enduring relevance of these poetic treasures across time and cultures.
By marrying the classic and the modern, this work invites readers to engage with Shakespeare's themes of love, beauty, and mortality through a fresh lens. The translations allow for an exploration of language and meaning, showcasing the enduring relevance of these poetic treasures across time and cultures.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
46 pages
Language
English
Published
Feb 20, 2013
Publisher
Hafan Books
ISBN-10
0956947387
ISBN-13
9780956947383