Mapping Spaces of Translation in Twentieth-Century Latin American Print Culture

This book explores translation praxis in 20th-century Latin American print culture, tracing linguistic heterogeneity and countering colonialism. It examines the role of translation in publishing houses and periodicals, highlighting the complexities of translation as a concept and narrative practice. The book explores the spaces of translation to uncover linguistic plurality and hybridity, and proposes strategic and critical uses of translation to enhance cultural production and decolonial narrative practices.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 138 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the intricate realm of translation practices in 20th-century Latin American print culture, tracing the trajectory of linguistic heterogeneity across the region and shedding light on collective endeavors to counter the exploitative use of translation as a colonial tool while affirming cultural production in Latin America. Through a meticulous exploration of the spaces of translation, Guzmán Martínez uncovers the complex tensions that arise within these "geopolitical sites," as embodied in the output of influential publishing houses and periodicals during this pivotal period. By examining translation as both a concept and a set of narrative practices, the author delves into the ways in which these institutions shaped and were shaped by translation. This comprehensive analysis not only provides a deep understanding of the role of translation within these institutions but also offers a lens through which to uncover the linguistic plurality and hybridity that transcend the boundaries of seemingly monolingual ideologies. In a concluding chapter, the author looks ahead to the potential of strategic and critical uses of translation to build upon these efforts and contribute to decolonial narrative practices in translation and enhance cultural production in the Americas. This book holds immense appeal to scholars engaged in translation studies, Latin American studies, and comparative literature, offering a rich and insightful perspective on the multifaceted dynamics of translation in a region of profound cultural and historical significance.

Weight: 254g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367531300