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Historical Correction
- Craig misidentified Voltaire's mistress as simply a marquise.
- A listener corrected him, highlighting her significant contributions to natural philosophy and mathematics as Émilie du Châtelet.
Booker Prize Win
- Han Kang's The Vegetarian won the Man Booker International Prize in 2016, marking several firsts.
- It was the first work to win after the award's criteria changed, and translator Deborah Smith became the first translator to share the prize.
Translation Controversy
- Deborah Smith's translation of The Vegetarian faced controversy for perceived liberties and errors, raising questions about translation vs. adaptation.
- While some criticize its poetic license, others argue its quality justifies the approach.