War Poems: And Other Translations (1915)

By George Nathaniel Curzon

Book Overview

War Poems: And Other Translations is a collection of poems translated by George Nathaniel Curzon, the former Viceroy of India and British politician, and published in 1915. The book contains a selection of poems from various languages, including French, German, Italian, and Greek, as well as original poems by Curzon. The poems in the collection are centered around the themes of war, patriotism, and sacrifice. They offer a glimpse into the emotions and experiences of soldiers and civilians during times of conflict. Some of the poems are written by well-known poets such as Victor Hugo, Heinrich Heine, and Giacomo Leopardi, while others are lesser-known works by anonymous writers.In addition to the war poems, the book also includes translations of love poems, religious hymns, and other works. Curzon's translations are praised for their accuracy and poetic quality. Overall, War Poems: And Other Translations is a significant work of poetry that reflects the cultural and historical context of the early 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in war literature, translation, and poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104525968
• ISBN13: 9781104525965
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"