[nico]

Very insightful comment. If possible, always read the original, otherwise look for a translation that fits the style or sentiment of the original.

For example, Don Quixote, ideally read it in Spanish, but otherwise look for a translation that is funny in the language that you are reading it in.

[jpmoral]

Which translation do you recommend? I'm 40% of the way through the Ormsby one and I find it pretty funny.