CHIN 4200

Modern Chinese Literary Translation

Course Description

Prerequisites

CHIN 4020 or equivalent level

Disciplines

Artistic, Interpretive, & Philosophical Inquiry

This course uses modern Chinese literary texts to introduce students to the special skills and problems associated with translation. Activities include: familiarization with key theoretical issues in translation studies, dictionary training, assessing and comparing existing translations, group work, draft revision, and quizzes on reading assignments. Some familiarity with Chinese literature preferred.

Instructors

Current All Time

Charles Laughlin