Arabic-English-Arabic Literary Translation: Issues and Strategies

Arabic English Arabic Literary Translation is a comprehensive guide that provides translators with the theoretical and practical knowledge to translate literary texts between Arabic and English. It covers key terms, translation approaches, and common translation issues, and offers practical exercises and tips.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2023
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

Arabic English Arabic Literary Translation is a comprehensive guide that provides translators with the tools they need to overcome the challenges posed by literary texts. Logically organised along the lines of the translation process itself, from the choice of a translation approach to identifying translation issues common at micro-level (lexical, structural, and textual issues) and then macro-level (contextual issues), this book includes illustrative examples from Arabic and English throughout to clarify the points under discussion.

Furthermore, it offers practice exercises and tips at the end of each chapter, drawn from Arabic and English literature, allowing readers to apply the knowledge they have gained. In addition, the book incorporates materials and exercises that have been piloted in several classrooms in UK and overseas universities, with student feedback taken into consideration.

Arabic English Arabic Literary Translation is an essential resource for learners of translation and interpreting, as well as instructors who teach modules on translation and interpretation issues and strategies. By providing a comprehensive and systematic approach to literary translation, this guide helps translators to navigate the complexities of translating between Arabic and English with confidence and proficiency.

Weight: 348g
Dimension: 170 x 244 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474486620