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The art of translating prose

by Burton Raffel

This study examines the linguistic distinctions between poetry and prose translation, identifying syntax as a key stylistic determinant. It outlines a theoretical framework for prose translation by analysing and evaluating versions of major literary texts.

Accession 27388 ISBN 0271010800 Publisher Pennsylvania State University Press
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