Jessica Cohen: Go-to English translator of contemporary Israeli literature

In addition to being bilingual, “she has a super sensitive ear for the texts she translates, and she strives to find the right English words and the right register for each book."

Jessica Cohen has translated more than 30 books and dozens of shorter works by some of the most renowned Israeli writers.

Jessica Cohen has translated more than 30 books and dozens of shorter works by some of the most renowned Israeli writers.

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ByANDREW ESENSTEN/JTA

MAY 20, 2024 22:55