Paul SelverPaul Selver (1888-1970) was a prolific British writer and translator, renowned for his masterful translations from Czech and other Slavic languages. A key figure in introducing Czech literature to the Anglosphere, Selver was a close contemporary and he principal English translator of Karel Čapek's work. His linguistic skill and literary sensitivity allowed him to capture the unique cadence, wit, and philosophical depth of Čapek's writing, making seminal works like R.U.R., The Insect Play, and War with the Newts accessible to a global audience. Beyond his work with Čapek, Selver was an accomplished poet, novelist, and lexicographer. His translations remain the foundation upon which the English-language reputation of many Czech literary giants was built. Read More Read Less