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Candide in New York

“Though it is a comedy, Candide is also about what philosophers have called ‘the problem of evil.’” Eric Palmer suggests cover images for Voltaire’s masterpiece.

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Larkin homage

As the 25th anniversary of Philip Larkin’s death approaches, a statue of the poet has been commissioned. See also Alex Balk’s ranking of his poems.

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Why translation matters

Edith Grossman is one of the finest literary translators working today, says Jessa Crispin, but her new book on the art is disappointing.

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