Literary translation article about literary translation. May 15, 2017 a list of new books on translation studies and semantics especially relevant for comparative literature in call number order. The manipulation of literature routledge revivals studies. Apr 17, 2020 the encyclopedia of literary translation into english provides the general reader, students and teachers at all levels with an historical analytical survey of the theory and practice of literary translation into english from the principal world languages and the works of major writers. Classics of arabic literature five books expert recommendations. She published her first poems at the age of nine and has authored seven books of poetry in russian and two in english translation to date. In similar vein, it interrogates the smoothness of many versions of. Studies in international literature four or eight credits. Feb 20, 2020 research guide to support translation studies at washington university.
High standards for the quality of translation and scientific principles of editing were an inseparable part of the new approach to the publication of translated literature. Recommended books for translators, interpreters and translators. Her scholarly publications include articles on nabokov, the bakhtin brothers, early soviet film, and historical trauma. A good place to start is emily wilsons reading list on the odyssey her new translation of the homeric epic is a cut above the rest, too, as well as daniel mendelssohn on. Translation studies department of comparative literature. Translation studies for a world community of literature azucena g.
This guide presents readers with an accessible and engaging introduction to the valuable position translation holds within literature and society. Find, read and cite all the research you need on researchgate. The history of soviet literary translation begins in 1918, when gorky established the vsemirnaia literatura publishing house, which maintained a literary translation workshop. Literary translation article about literary translation by. Literary translation and cultural mediators in peripheral cultures this book. Translation studies 3rd edition by susan bassnett, 2002. It joins the other signs of maturation such as summer schools, the development of academic curricula, historical surveys, journals, book series, textbooks, terminologies, bibliographies and encyclopedias. First published in 1985, the essays in this edited collection offer a representative sample of the descriptive and systematic approach to the study of literary translation. Literary translation department of english literature and. Palgrave studies in translating and interpreting margaret rogers. She then explores specific problems of literary translation through a close, practical analysis of texts, and completes her book with extensive suggestions for. To find books on translation studies, search the ur catalog for translating and interpreting as a subject. Translation and world literature is an indispensable resource for students and scholars working in the fields of translation studies, comparative literature and world literature. As a meaningful manifestation of how institutionalized the discipline has become, the new handbook of translation studies is most welcome.
The books sixteen essays provide for instructors a context in which to teach works from a variety of languages and cultures in ways that highlight the effects of linguistic and cultural transfers. What are some interesting topics for a phd in translation studies and what books should the researcher read to build a good background in this field. These facts are attributed to the establishment of two new fields of research, namely translation studies and childrens literature studies. Many theories of translation derive from scholars who also work in comparative literature, and indeed, at many institutions, comparative literature and translation studies are housed within a single program. This guide is the gateway to books, journal articles, and web resources for research in the field of translation studies.
To find books on translation studies, search the library catalog for translating and interpreting as a subject. A textbook of literary translation 309 pages request pdf. Translation, rewriting, and the manipulation of literary fame hardcover by. Many theories of translation derive from scholars who also work in comparative literature, and indeed, at many institutions, comparative literature and. World literature in translation university of california.
Literature in translation the kent state university press. He is a fellow of the royal society of literature, of the london institute of pataphysics, of the royal asiatic society and of the society of antiquaries, as well as a consulting editor at the times literary supplement and a senior research associate of the middle eastern languages and cultures department of the school of oriental and. Post, director of open letter books, which specializes in great books in translation, as well as the web site three percent, gives us the benefit of his years of working with world. The question arises of the impact of this sometimes latent, sometimes explicit, multilingualism on generic and other literary forms and conventions. New books on translation translation studies research guides. A digital online journal for translators, interpreters, and interested friends of the translation industry. The important place of russian literature in china is widely acknowledged. Translation and world literature 1st edition susan. The chinese translation of russian literature three studies. Translation studies is an academic interdiscipline dealing with the systematic study of the theory, description and application of translation, interpreting, and localization. Use the tabs on the left side to locate resources that will help you get started with your research. The chinese translation of russian literature three.
If you are a translator, interpreter, or someone seeking to learn more about the translation industry, youre in the right place. I started to do some research online to see if i could find tips on translating a novel. According to the university of rochesters translation database, which tracks original works of fiction and poetry published in the u. This book locates translation firmly within current debates about the transcultural movements of texts and challenges the hegemony of english in world literature. Finally, if youre an english literature student or aspire to be one, youll likely encounter or need to be familiar with literature in other languages, too. The database contains cumulative bibliographical information on books translated and published in about one hundred of the unesco member states since 1979 and totals more than 2. Comparative literature examines translation as an interpretive act central to the history and practice of literary study. Literary translation routledge translation guides 9780415745321. In the late 1970s a new academic discipline was born. As an interdiscipline, translation studies borrows much from the various fields of study that support translation. Industry knowledge conferences present brilliant opportunities.
A coursebook on translation by mona baker, translation studies by susan bassnett, the translation s. Wu libraries research guides translation studies new books on translation search this guide search. Aug 07, 2014 first published in 1985, the essays in this edited collection offer a representative sample of the descriptive and systematic approach to the study of literary translation. Buy literary translation routledge translation guides 1 by chantal wright isbn.
At a time when millions travel around the planet some by choice, some driven by economic or political exile translation of the written and spoken word is of ever increasing importance. Apr 17, 2020 the database contains cumulative bibliographical information on books translated and published in about one hundred of the unesco member states since 1979 and totals more than 2. These new readings bring the reader up to date with recent developments in the field and include articles on translation and world literature and translation and. Works about translation translation studies research. A list of new books on translation studies and semantics especially relevant for comparative literature in call number order. May 25, 2011 the present volume connects three academic fields that share central concerns but remain surprisingly isolated from each other. These include comparative literature, computer science, history, linguistics, philology, philosophy. The garland science website is no longer available to access and you have been automatically redirected to. Neha arora, assistant professor of english, central university of rajasthan, india bhasha literatures. Literary arts programs the literary arts programs at the university of rochester support a vibrant literary community on campus, promote world literature, and foster the art of imaginative writing. Studies in the area testify if not a growing, but at least a constant interest from the academic community, although there are gaps and the rhythm is a bit slow, especially as regards the specific. Literature in translation has never been a priority in the anglosaxon. We have programs in creative writing and literary translation, as well as community service opportunities, public readings, lectures, and informal.
Request pdf a textbook of literary translation 309 pages this textbook is claimed to fill in. For access to the handbook of translation studies online, please visit. Ma in english literature with a focus on literary translation rationale. Use the aus library catalog to find books and other items in the library use the following terms in a subject search to find related items in the library catalog. Our interdisciplinary list expands into developing areas of study such as genre fiction, environmental literature, and translation studies. Teaching issues and reading practices squarely addresses this pedagogical lack. You may add other relevant keywords in the advanced search. When susan bassnetts translation studies appeared in the new accents series, it quickly became the essential. From subnational to transnational the imposition of foreign culture and. To find books about translations of works of specific authors, use a boolean. Series highlights include our new modernisms, environmental cultures, 21st century genre fiction, literatures, cultures, translation and new directions in german studies. What are some interesting topics for a phd in translation.
The book is also complemented by a feature entitled how to get started in literary translation on the routledge translation studies portal. World literature in translation university of california press. Literature translation institute of korea wikipedia. Jan 06, 2020 to find books on translation studies, search the ur catalog for translating and interpreting as a subject. New books on translation translation studies research. World literature cannot be conceptualized apart from translation. For additional new books relevant to comparative literature, see the other posts in new books in comparative literature. We could not read literature in translation, it was argued, without asking ourselves if linguistic and cultural phenomena really were translatable and exploring in some depth the concept of equivalence. For many writers writing in english today, english is but one of a number of languages, and by extension cultures, to which they have access. German, translation, and the world in czernovitz sherry simon.
Apr, 2020 to find books on translation studies, search the library catalog for translating and interpreting as a subject. Gualterio escotoa writer across worldliteratures cesar dominguez. This is the first practical guide to address all aspects of translating childrens literature, featuring extracts from commentaries and interviews with published translators of childrens literature, as well as examples and case studies across a range of languages and texts. It approaches translation not as a vague metaphor but as a distinct and socially embedded practice that connects literatures. A new offering from the english literature and linguistics department at bar ilan university. When i came across this book i immediately ordered the kindle version, and im. Polina barskova is assistant professor of russian literature at hampshire college. General translation studies resources translation studies. Call for papers indian journal of comparative literature. Click on the link for the call number and availability. Translation and world literature by susan bassnett editor isbn. Housed in the department of comparative literature, the secondary field in translation studies allows students to deepen their interaction with a nonenglish language, to take courses across departments which consider a range of theoretical issues raised by the process of translation e.
Translation studies new books on translation search this. This book investigates major linguistic transformations in the translation of childrens literature, focusing on the englishlanguage translations of janusz. Research guide to support translation studies at washington university. Welcome to ariadne press studies in austrian literature, culture and thought news of note. All instructor resources see exceptions are now available on our instructor hub.
To find books about translating particular languages search for the subject x language translating, e. Its scope takes in the reception of ancient greek and latin works, the historical and contemporary translation of literary works from modern languages, and the farreaching effects which the practice of translation has, over time, exerted on literature written in english. New and recent books about translatingtranslation studies. The present volume connects three academic fields that share central concerns but remain surprisingly isolated from each other. A stunning collection of classics from around the world, read around the world. To find books about translating particular languages, search for the subject x language translating, e. Minor translations and the world literature of the masses in latin america.
As the world shrinks and interest in multiculturalism grows, so too does the fascination with literature from around the globe. To find books about translations of works of specific authors, use a boolean search for authors last name. The book is a reflection of the theoretical thinking and practical research carried out by an international group of scholars who share a common standpoint. Translation studies home research guides at new york. World literature and translation studies the routledge companion. Use these databases to locate scholarship of translation studies including books, articles, conference papers and more. Designed for courses on literary translation, translating literature discusses the process. The master of arts in literary translation malts program has three components. Your instructor credentials will not grant access to the hub, but existing and new users may request access here. Next to the book edition in printed and electronic, pdf, format, hts is also. Elfriede jelinek 2004 winner of the nobel prize for literature check out these titles published by ariadne press.
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