The Word Alive and Dead

Main Themes and Ideas

• The art of translation and its subtleties
• The influence of language on the perception and understanding of text
• Comparison of living and dead language
• The role of the translator as a mediator between cultures
• Ethical aspects of translation
• Preserving the author's style and tone
• Challenges of adapting text for another culture
• The importance of accuracy and expressiveness in translation
• Difficulties in translating poetry and prose
• The impact of translation on language development