
After 20 years, Mary Jo Bang has completed her translation of Dante's 'Divine Comedy'
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The Challenge of Translating Dante: A Modern Approach
This chapter explores the two-decade journey of translating Dante's 'Divine Comedy', highlighting the challenges of existing translations and the choice to adopt a contemporary style. It also delves into the intricacies of preserving rhyme and meter while navigating the complexities of language differences.
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