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Love's Bitter-Sweet: Translations From the Irish Poets of the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries

by Robin Flowers
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781025480084
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
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  • Pages: 60
  • Original Price: GBP 11.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 96 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh

"Love's Bitter-Sweet" is a compelling collection of translations featuring the evocative works of Irish poets from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Translated by the noted scholar Robin Flowers, this volume captures the delicate balance of passion, longing, and sorrow that defines the Gaelic poetic tradition during a transformative era in Irish history. The verses contained within offer a profound glimpse into the emotional and cultural landscape of Early Modern Ireland, showcasing the lyrical sophistication of the "D�nta Gr�dha" or courtly love poems.

This anthology serves as an essential bridge for English-speaking readers to access the rich heritage of Irish verse. Through Flowers' rhythmic and faithful renderings, the themes of unrequited love, the beauty of the natural world, and the complexities of the human heart are brought to life. "Love's Bitter-Sweet" is an invaluable resource for students of Celtic literature, enthusiasts of classical poetry, and anyone seeking to explore the historical depths of Irish literary expression. The collection stands as a testament to the enduring power of the Irish voice, preserving the wit and melody of a bygone age for a contemporary audience.

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