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Exultant Forces of Translation & the Philosophy of Travel of Alphonso Lingis
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Paperback. Num Pages: 101 pages. BIC Classification: CF; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 190.
This monograph explores the relation between travel, language and culture in the context of the travel philosophy of Alphonso Lingis and translation theory. The traveller is seen as a translating agent and intercultural mediator. The book begins with an historical overview, tracing the interrelatedness of translation and culture from Mikhail Bakhtin's notion of dialogue, to the recent 'cultural turn' in translation theory, ethnography and philosophy. The monograph then turns its focus onto the philosophy of Alphonso Lingis. Lingis believes that rational language is unable to fully transmit meaning, arguing that 'translation of culture' requires the use of all senses. He ... Read more
This monograph explores the relation between travel, language and culture in the context of the travel philosophy of Alphonso Lingis and translation theory. The traveller is seen as a translating agent and intercultural mediator. The book begins with an historical overview, tracing the interrelatedness of translation and culture from Mikhail Bakhtin's notion of dialogue, to the recent 'cultural turn' in translation theory, ethnography and philosophy. The monograph then turns its focus onto the philosophy of Alphonso Lingis. Lingis believes that rational language is unable to fully transmit meaning, arguing that 'translation of culture' requires the use of all senses. He ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
Weight
189g
Number of Pages
101
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9781631170911
SKU
V9781631170911
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