Les Épaves / the Wreckage A New Translation

A beautiful collection of poems written by the 19th century French poet Charles Baudelaire, attentively and eloquently translated by the translator and poet Rory Melough. Published in Belgium in 1866, the collection contains 6 poems which originally appeared in the first edition of "Fleurs du Mal" in 1857, but were subsequently condemned for obscenity.As well as featuring Baudelaire's more scandalous and notorious poetry, the collection also features some of his more unconventional and avant-garde work, ultimately representing a frank and enlightening portrait of one of the most fascinating artists of the 19th century.This is a loyal and yet lyrical translation of a hugely enchanting collection of poetry, bringing Baudelaire to life for the modern age. A must for any students of French literature or poetry in general."An exquisite translation with great care taken for the source poetry. Sensibility and mood captured, transcending mere word choice and bringing distance shores of verse intimately near." - Rob Bruce, journalist and poet.