That we already possess some poetical transla tions which rank as master-works is universally recognized, and I cannot but think that, instead of inveighing against metrical translation as a mistake, it would be advisable to encourage the hope that eventually every great work of genius, of every age and every clime, may be made ac cessible to the English reader in a translation which shall approximate to the original, as nearly as possible, in form as well as in spirit.
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That we already possess some poetical transla tions which rank as master-works is universally recognized, and I cannot but think that, instead of inveighing against metrical translation as a mistake, it would be advisable to encourage the hope that eventually every great work of genius, of every age and every clime, may be made ac cessible to the English reader in a translation which shall approximate to the original, as nearly as possible, in form as well as in spirit.
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Volumes 1 and 2. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. With almost no library markings, With owner's name inside cover. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Vol. 2 publ. 1897. green cloth boards, scuffed and edgeworn. Pen and pencil underlinings and comments. Volume 1 biding loose at front hinge. Gothic script. 8vo. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 1100grams, ISBN:
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UsedVeryGood. Hardcover, with an introduction by Burdett Mason and illustrated by Frank M. Gregory; light green cloth boards featuring a dark green and yellow peaco ck on front; fading to exterior, especially at spine; bump to back bottom e dge; former owner's name and the date written on inside front board; good c ondition with clean text, firm binding.