Book · 2019 · Fiction, general
Arturo's Island
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Dwight uros Island by Elsa morante translated by Anne Goldstein.
The best things said about it
Elsa morante the the Italian novelist there's a new translation of her novel Arturo's Island and the translation's been done by the great translator Anne Goldstein.
Why people recommend it
Arturo's Island is a classic coming-of-age novel by Italian author Elsa Morante that portrays a boy's romanticized upbringing on the island of Procida, translated into English by Ann Goldstein. The book was featured on The Book Review podcast on July 18, 2024, in the episode titled Isaac Mizrahi on His New Memoir. Book critic Dwight Garner discussed the publication of a fresh English translation of Morante's novel, taking time to praise the contribution of renowned translator Ann Goldstein. Garner highlighted the significance of bringing this major work of Italian literature to new English-speaking audiences through such a skilled and sensitive translation. Host Pamela Paul subsequently summarized Garner's review during the introductory segments of the broadcast, ensuring listeners caught the recommendation of the newly translated classic. The discussion celebrated both Morante's enduring literary legacy as an Italian novelist and Goldstein's talent for rendering complex prose into English. This podcast mention directed attention toward the ongoing revitalization of mid-century European classics, offering historical depth and artistic brilliance to contemporary readers searching for masterworks of international fiction.
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Pamela Paul Dwight uros Island by Elsa morante translated by Anne Goldstein 1
“Dwight uros Island by Elsa morante translated by Anne Goldstein”
Dwight Garner Elsa morante the the Italian novelist there's a new translation of her novel Arturo's Island and the transl… 1
“Elsa morante the the Italian novelist there's a new translation of her novel Arturo's Island and the translation's been done by the great translator Anne Goldstein”