Postcolonial Translation: Theory and Practice

by Harish Trivedi and Susan Bassnett

Book Overview

This outstanding collection brings together eminent contributors (from Britain, the US, Brazil, India and Canada) to examine crucial interconnections between postcolonial theory and translation studies. Examining the relationships between language and power across cultural boundaries, this collection reveals the vital role of translation in redefining the meanings of culture and ethnic identity. The essay topics include:
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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415147441
• ISBN13: 9780415147446
• Release Date: December 1998
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"