Harriet Waters Preston was een autodidact en een begenadigd linguïst, gevormd tijdens een lang verblijf in Europa. Ze leverde recensies en kritische artikelen aan tijdschriften, experimenteerde met fictie en verwierf erkenning voor haar wetenschappelijke vertalingen van Provençaalse literatuur. Hoewel haar romans over het leven in New England als onbelangrijk werden beschouwd, combineren ze behendig haar intellectuele interesses met een onderscheidend regionalisme.
A biography of the great French poet and playwright Alfred de Musset, written by his brother Paul and translated into English by Harriet Waters Preston. This book provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and intellectual milieu of mid-19th century Paris, as well as into the private life and creative process of one of France's greatest literary figures.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest works of Latin poetry, The Georgics of Vergil is a masterpiece of agricultural literature that combines practical advice on farming with profound meditations on the human condition. With this elegant translation, Harriet Waters Preston brings Vergil's enduring vision to a new generation of readers, capturing the essence of his poetry in vivid and accessible language.
This anthology of medieval poetry by Harriet Waters Preston is a delight for anyone interested in the troubadour and trouvère traditions of France. Featuring both classic and lesser-known works, it includes poems in Old French as well as translations into English. This edition is beautifully illustrated and includes a new introduction by a prominent medievalist.
Step into the world of ancient Rome through this insightful collection of essays. The Private Life of the Romans offers a detailed look at the facets of daily life in ancient Rome, from marriage and family to leisure and entertainment.