Translation and the Classic

Translation and the Classic explores the complex relationship between translation and the classic, examining how translation makes and remakes (and sometimes invents) classic works for new audiences across space and time. It covers a range of genres, authors, and periods, from 1000 BCE to the digital age, and is essential reading for those taking Translation Studies courses and courses outside Translation Studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 182 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Through a diverse array of accessible and groundbreaking chapters that explore a wide range of genres, authors, and periods, this volume aims to delve into the intricate interplay between translation and the classic, examining how translation shapes and reimagines (and occasionally invents) timeless works for new audiences across space and time.
Translation and the Classic stands as the inaugural volume in a two-part series dedicated to exploring the dynamics of classic works in translation, the unique approaches taken by translation when engaging with classical texts, and the ways in which classic texts can be molded, interpreted, or even reinvented through the transformative process of translation. While other collections have touched upon these topics to varying degrees or with a specific emphasis on Greek, Roman, and Arabic texts or translations, this collection stands out as a comprehensive and interdisciplinary exploration. Spanning from 1000 BCE to the digital age, this collection comprises a sequence of chapters that encompass diverse fields such as philosophy, children's literature, and pseudotranslation. It challenges us to perceive translation not merely as a means of dissemination but as a fundamental catalyst for the creation and understanding of the classic by diverse audiences.
This book holds immense value for those enrolled in Translation Studies courses at the senior undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as for courses outside Translation Studies, including Comparative Literature and Literary Studies. By delving into the complexities of translation, it provides valuable insights into the ways in which cultural and linguistic barriers are overcome, and how the power of literature can transcend boundaries and resonate with people from different backgrounds and times.

Weight: 306g
Dimension: 154 x 234 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032670720