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Robin Buss

Robin Buss

Translator • Authorb. 1939

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Robin Buss is a translator and critic, best known for his version of Madame de La Fayette's classic, Princesse de Clèves. His work brings this important French novel to English readers.

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Book cover of Princesse de Clèves
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Princesse de Clèves

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is Robin Buss best known for?

    Robin Buss is primarily recognized for his translations of classic French literature, particularly his acclaimed version of Madame de La Fayette's Princesse de Clèves.

  • What other works has Robin Buss translated?

    Beyond Princesse de Clèves, Robin Buss has also translated other significant French literary works, including several novels by Alexandre Dumas, such as The Count of Monte Cristo and The Three Musketeers.