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Paulo Geiger was born in Rio de Janeiro in 1935 and trained in design at the Escola Superior de Desenho Industrial of the Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro. He has worked as an executive editor of major encyclopedias and dictionaries, including Delta-Larousse, Delta Universal, Barsa, Mirador Internacional, Caldas Aulete, Aurélio, and Aulete Digital. He has also translated from English and Hebrew, including works by Amos Oz and David Grossman. His authored and co-authored books focus on language, reference works, history, and religion.
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Frequently asked questions about Paulo Geiger
Who is Paulo Geiger?
Paulo Geiger is a Brazilian editor, lexicographer, and translator, born in Rio de Janeiro in 1935. He trained in design at the Escola Superior de Desenho Industrial of the Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro.
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What did Paulo Geiger do before becoming known as a translator?
Beginning in 1965, Geiger built a career as an editor and executive editor of roughly 50 dictionaries and encyclopedias, including Barsa, Mirador, Delta-Larousse, and Aurélio.
Which languages and authors has Paulo Geiger translated?
He translates from English and Hebrew and is especially known for bringing works by Israeli writers Amós Oz and David Grossman into Portuguese.
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What influenced Paulo Geiger’s work with Hebrew literature?
His connection to Hebrew began in childhood: he heard Yiddish at home and learned Hebrew from his father. At 18, he spent a year studying and living in Israel, later returning there to live on a kibbutz.
What is Paulo Geiger’s legacy in Brazilian reference publishing?
His legacy includes helping shape major Brazilian reference works: at Nova Fronteira he planned and coordinated the pioneering electronic edition of the Aurélio dictionary, and at Lexikon he edited Caldas Aulete reference works.
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