- Hardcover: 1500 pages
- Publisher: Zephyr Press (May 1990)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0939010135
- ISBN-13: 978-0939010134
- Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 16.7 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,243,705 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Not only the most comprehensive, but also simply the best English translation ever of the great Russian poet (1889-1966). Publication of the original hardcover edition was one of the great publishing and poetry events of 1990. The present edition adds 80 new poetic texts which came to light at the
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31 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book has everything. Biographical details, a superb selection of photographs, comprehensive notes - and most importantly, hundreds of poems by one of the greatest poets of all time. All Akhmatova's known poems are included, from her carefree days as a young girl through her many romances and marriages to her old age. Most importantly, they are accurately translated from the Russian, without additions, subtractions or alterations. Akhmatova's majestic voice rings out clearly, from every page. There are extensive appendices to help the reader understand some of the more complex aspects and references in the poems. Anyone with even the slightest interest in poetry should buy this remarkable book.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I agree with the previous reviewer, and would only add that it's a book that should appeal to anybody who's interested in books. Indeed, with its photos, its stringent biography, its illustrations and its meticulous layout it's so obviously a labour of love you feel that a poet as great as Akhmatova has found a translator as great again - and as much of an artist. Forget the other translations of Akhmatova - this is the one to get, and put a plastic cover on. A model of a book.
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A large book, with everything one could wish for. A section of pictures and paintings of the poet are a welcome addition to a vast collection of poems.
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