Teaching Workshop: Literary Translation: from Theory to Publishing
A.Y. 2024/2025
Learning objectives
The teaching workshop introduces students to theoretical and practical problems of the literary translation, and shows them Italian some examples from the modern canon translated by different authors, as well as in different editorial environments.
Expected learning outcomes
Understanding of linguistic, stylistic and editorial determinations of literary translation. Ability to create simple translations based on different stylistic and editorial parameters.
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Giudizio di approvazione
Assessment result: superato/non superato
Single course
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Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
1. Introduction to Translation Studies
2. Reception policies and theories
3. The publishing system of translation
3. Methodologies of literary translation
4. Practical applications
2. Reception policies and theories
3. The publishing system of translation
3. Methodologies of literary translation
4. Practical applications
Prerequisites for admission
Good knowledge of the English language. A basic knowledge of French is preferable, but not compulsory.
Teaching methods
Lectures and individual and group practical exercises.
Teaching Resources
Teaching materials will be provided by the lecturer in digital format.
Assessment methods and Criteria
Consistent participation and successful completion of assigned tasks. The workshop final evaluation is "Approved" or "Not-approved".
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