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Anthea Bell

Anthea Bell

Author • Translator

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Anthea Bell is the translator behind the German fantasy novel Rubinrot by Kerstin Gier. She brings a clear and engaging voice to young adult fiction, making stories accessible to a wide audience.

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Non-Fiction Fiction History Literary Fiction Essays

Featured Works

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Smaragdgrün

Anthea Bell

The Ruby Red Trilogy #3
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Campo Santo

Anthea Bell

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Luftkrieg und Literatur

Anthea Bell

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The girl who wasn't there

Anthea Bell

Konrad Biegler #1
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Austerlitz

Anthea Bell

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is Anthea Bell best known for?

    Anthea Bell was a highly acclaimed and prolific translator, particularly recognized for her work on German-language literature. She brought many notable works to English-speaking audiences, including the Ruby Red trilogy by Kerstin Gier and several books by W.G. Sebald.

  • What other authors did Anthea Bell translate?

    Beyond Kerstin Gier and W.G. Sebald, Anthea Bell translated a wide range of authors, including Cornelia Funke, Erich Kästner, and the complete Asterix series from French. Her work spanned children's literature, adult fiction, and non-fiction.