Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
228
Language
English
Published
Jun 30, 2020
Publisher
Routledge
ISBN-10
036758719X
ISBN-13
9780367587192
Description
Untranslatability is a complex and intriguing concept that beckons exploration from multiple disciplines. This groundbreaking volume assembles a diverse group of scholars who examine the challenges and nuances of translating meaning across languages and cultures. With contributions from experts in linguistics, philosophy, and cultural studies, readers are invited to delve into the implications of what cannot be easily translated.
Each chapter highlights different perspectives on untranslatability, revealing the intricate relationships between language, thought, and experience. The authors draw on examples from literature, social discourse, and daily encounters to illustrate how some ideas resist encapsulation in another tongue. This thought-provoking collection is essential for anyone interested in the interplay between language and culture, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the richness that often remains untranslatable.
Each chapter highlights different perspectives on untranslatability, revealing the intricate relationships between language, thought, and experience. The authors draw on examples from literature, social discourse, and daily encounters to illustrate how some ideas resist encapsulation in another tongue. This thought-provoking collection is essential for anyone interested in the interplay between language and culture, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the richness that often remains untranslatable.
Genres
Biography
Autobiography & Memoir
Philosophy
Poetry
Contemporary