“A translator is essentially a reader and we all read differently, except that a translator's reading remains in unchanging print”
Quote by Gregory Rabassa
Work
If This Be Treason: Translation and Its Dyscontents
This book delves into the intricate world of translation, scrutinizing the difficulties and frustrations encountered by translators when attempting to convey the nuances of a text from one language to another. It investigates the complexities of literary translation, highlighting the challenges translators face in maintaining the integrity of the original work while adapting it to a new linguistic and cultural context. more
Author
Gregory Rabassa
Gregory Rabassa, born on March 9, 1922 in Argentina, was an accomplished translator. His translations spanned a wide range of genres, from classical literature to modern novels, and he is particularly renowned for his translations of works by Gabriel García Márquez. Rabassa's translations are known for their fidelity to the original and their literary value, significantly contributing to the international dissemination of Latin American literature. more
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