Early modern actors of translation.

The article "Early modern actors of translation" discusses the evolving recognition of literary translators as cultural brokers and advocates for diversity in the literary field. It highlights various initiatives across Europe aimed at increasing translator recognition, emphasizing the importance of...

Descripción completa

Detalles Bibliográficos
Publicado en:Perspectives: Studies in Translatology Vol. 33; no. 2; pp. 215 - 220
Autores principales: Jensen, Freyja Cox, Taylor, Helena, Vanacker, Beatrijs
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Apr2025
Materias:
Acceso en línea:Ver este registro en EBSCOhost
Descripción
Sumario:The article "Early modern actors of translation" discusses the evolving recognition of literary translators as cultural brokers and advocates for diversity in the literary field. It highlights various initiatives across Europe aimed at increasing translator recognition, emphasizing the importance of translators as agents of change. The text explores the historical, sociological, and ethical dimensions of translation studies, focusing on the agency and visibility of translators within broader power relations. Additionally, the article presents case studies from the early modern period to the nineteenth century, examining the roles of translators, notaries, schoolteachers, and other actors in the translation process.