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World Translation Day: Top 5 Most Translated Books In The World

Along with the bible, these are the top 5 most translated books in the world:

World Translation Day: Top 5 Most Translated Books In The World
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It is so rightly said that without translation, I would be limited to the borders of my own country. This World Translation Day, here's the list of the top 5 translated books in the world: 

1. The Bible 

Bible has been translated into 683 languages, the New Testament has been translated into additional 1,534 languages and Bible portions or stories into 1,133 other languages. Thus at least some portion of the Bible has been translated into 3,350 languages.


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2. Don Quixote by Cervantes

The book is a satire about the king Don Quixote and his companion Sancho Panza and the adventures that they undertake. The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha, was first published in 1605. It has been translated into 145 languages and The Cervantes Institute says it is the most translated book after the Bible. 


3. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

The adventures of Santiago in searching his 'treasure' has been a source of inspiration for many. When you want something; all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.


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4. Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling

I'm yet to come across a 13-year-old who hasn't read or watched Harry Potter. The 8 book series written by J.K. Rowling is one of the most famous book and has been translated into 71 languages. The best part about it is that the story of the series is as interesting as the writer's real-life story. 


5. The Adventures of Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi

The children's book written by the Italian author is translated in over 300 languages. Most of us, even if we haven’t read the book, have seen Disney’s adaptation and are well familiar with the story.

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