“By Shelley Frisch, Ottilie Mulzet, and Taije SilvermanAugust 16, 2023
Selected Poems of Giovanni Pascoli Available in 3 editions
In recent years, “Women in Translation” month has emerged as a critical platform for questioning the underrepresentation of women authors in translated literature and exploring the significance of bringing their works to a global audience. At its core lie the vital and pressing questions: Why aren’t more works by women being translated, and why are women in translation so important? By highlighting the contributions and perspectives of women authors/translators across cultures, this month seeks to challenge prevailing assumptions, narratives, and biases that have led to the lack of representation and recognition for women writers in translated literature. We turn our focus to this critical issue and engage with three of our authors and/or translators to shed light on the specific barriers, challenges, and prejudices faced by women in translation, while celebrating the profound impact and significance of their stories in fostering a more inclusive and interconnected world of literature…”
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Source: In dialogue: Women in translation | Princeton University Press