Question by Alex: What is the best translation of Tolstoy’s War and Peace?
I have finally decided to tackle Tolstoy’s supposed magnum opus, War and Peace and was wondering if there is anyone out there that could give me an idea as to the best translation. I have read many Garnett translations of Dostoevesky and loved them, but I have read putrid reviews of her Tolstoy translations. I want a translation that feels natural and is not a bother to read; idiomatic English is always idealistic, at least for translations that is. Any advise would be a tremendous help. Thank you!
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Answer by bostico2002
Hi, try War and Peace (Penguin Classics)
The translation is magnificient. I am a translator by profession, so i can recommend it.
http://www.dorset-hampshire.co.uk/
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