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If this be magic : the unlikely art of Shakespeare in translation / written in English by Daniel Hahn.

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Hahn, Daniel, Author.
Language:
English
Subjects (All):
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616--Translations--History and criticism.
Shakespeare, William.
Translating and interpreting.
English drama--History and criticism.
English drama.
Genre:
Literary criticism.
Physical Description:
406 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Edition:
First U.S. hardcover edition.
Other Title:
Unlikely art of Shakespeare in translation
Place of Publication:
New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2026.
Summary:
"How does Shakespeare remain Shakespeare when every word is changed? In this playful, meditative exploration of translating the world's most beloved playwright, Daniel Hahn guides us through the magic of bringing the Bard to a global audience"-- Provided by publisher.
Notes:
"Originally published in hardcover in Great Britain by Canongate Books Ltd. in 2026" --Title page verso.
"A Borzoi book." -- title page verso.
Includes bibliographical references.
Other Format:
Online version Hahn, Daniel If this be magic
ISBN:
9780593801666
0593801660
OCLC:
1529584121

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