Letters to a Young Poet: The Norton Centenary Edition
Letters to a Young Poet: The Norton Centenary Edition
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The Norton Centenary Edition celebrates the 100th anniversary of the publishing company she co-founded and commemorates Mary Dows Herter Norton, the first and most popular translator of Rilke's work, known as "Polly" to friends and colleagues. This edition brings Rilke's enduring wisdom about life, love, and art to a new generation.
Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 11 July 2023
Publisher: WW Norton & Co
These letters, penned by the renowned poet and mystic Rainer Maria Rilke, addressed to a nineteen-year-old cadet and aspiring poet, have touched the hearts of millions of readers since their English publication in 1934. The first and most renowned translator of this extraordinary work was Mary Dows Herter Norton, a remarkable polymath who played a pivotal role in elevating Rilke's global reputation. To commemorate this remarkable woman, affectionately known as "Polly" to friends and colleagues, the Norton Centenary Edition has been released. This special edition celebrates the 100th anniversary of the publishing company she co-founded and features a foreword by Damion Searls and an afterword by Nortons current president, Julia Reidhead. This elegant new edition presents Rilke's timeless insights into life, love, and art to a new generation, ensuring his enduring wisdom continues to resonate for years to come.
Weight: 334g
Dimension: 146 x 219 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781324050728
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