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The Word Alive and Dead

Nora Gal
rus. Слово живое и мертвое · 1972
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Main Themes and Ideas

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
The Word Alive and Dead
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Date of publication: 20 March 2025
Updated: 2 May 2025
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Author: 
Nora Gal
Original title: rus. Слово живое и мертвое · 1972
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