Perspectives on Retranslation: Ideology, Paratexts, Methods

Perspectives on Retranslation: Ideology,Paratexts,Methods explores retranslation from various angles,including ideology,paratexts,and methods,and presents a comprehensive analysis of contemporary issues in the field. It challenges a Eurocentric view and employs a range of methods to examine retranslation in different cultural contexts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 246 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Perspectives on Retranslation: Ideology, Paratexts, Methods delves into the intricate realm of retranslation, encompassing a wide range of perspectives and showcasing methodological and theoretical advancements in the field. Comprising eleven chapters, each offering a distinct approach, the book provides a comprehensive examination of contemporary challenges in retranslation. Through a diverse collection of case studies and examples drawn from various contexts, including France, the UK, Spain, the US, Brazil, Greece, Poland, modern Turkey, and the Ottoman Empire, the chapters shed light on the diverse cultural settings in which retranslation manifests. They illustrate the underlying assumptions and epistemologies that shape the manifestations of retranslation across different cultures and historical periods.

The book explicitly challenges a Eurocentric perspective and approaches retranslation with a holistic and intricate lens, employing a diverse array of methods such as quantitative and statistical analysis, bibliographical studies, reception analysis, film analysis, and musicological, paratextual, textual, and norm analysis. These methods not only deepen our understanding of retranslation but also highlight the profound influence of ideology on both macro and micro translation decisions, particularly in the context of retranslation.

Furthermore, the chapters delve into the intricate interplay between ideology and retranslation, shedding light on the ways in which cultural, political, and social factors shape the translation process. They explore the ways in which retranslation can serve as a tool for cultural preservation, resistance, or transformation, and how it can contribute to the construction and negotiation of national and cultural identities.

In conclusion, Perspectives on Retranslation: Ideology, Paratexts, Methods is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and practitioners interested in the field of retranslation. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary exploration of retranslation, providing a rich tapestry of perspectives and methodologies that will contribute to our understanding of the complex and multifaceted phenomenon of translation.

Weight: 364g
Dimension: 151 x 229 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367518103