translations. Options

[*absinthe*]

this section needs a new topic.

So when you read a book (or have to read a book) with multiple translations from different translators, do you just read one translation or try and read all the different ones to compare and contrast?

[technicolour]

I had to read and attempt to compare/contrast two versions of Beowulf. Not exciting.




If it was my choice, i'd probably just read one translation so I'll know what the story is about. And later, if I somehow had the desire to learn more, then I'd prolly read another translation.