September 27 – Foundations by Leopold Staff
I built on the sand
And it tumbled down,
I built on a rock
And it tumbled down.
Now when I build, I shall begin
With the smoke from the chimney.
Translation unattributed
Budowałem na piasku
I zwaliło się.
Budowałem na skale
I zwaliło się.
Teraz budując zacznę
Od dymu z komina.
Dear Sir,
I am very enjoy the poetry by Leopold Staff which translation into English by you. Could I have your permission to translate your works about Staff’s poetry into Taiwanese and your name will be cited in my translation.
Regards, Jeff
Mr. Chen,
The translation found here is not mine. It was cited from another source as unattributed. As such, I really cannot “give” permission. Depending on the laws in your area, you may be able to use it under the “fair use doctrine.”