ebook img

Translating the Nonhuman PDF

2.1 MB·English
Save to my drive
Quick download
Download

Download Translating the Nonhuman PDF Free - Full Version

by Douglas H. Robinson| 2.1| English

About Translating the Nonhuman

Extends the field of translation studies and theory by examining three radical science-fiction treatments of translation. The so-called fictional turn in translation studies has staked out territory previously unclaimed by translation scholars – territory in which translators are portrayed as full human beings in their social environments – but so far no one has looked to science fiction for truly radical explorations of translation. Translating the Nonhuman fills that gap, exploring speculative attempts to cross the yawning chasm between human and nonhuman languages and cultures. The book consists of three essays, each bringing a different theoretical orientation to bear on a different science-fiction work. The first studies Samuel R. Delany’s 1966 novel, Babel-17, using Peircean semiotics; the second studies Suzette Haden Elgin’s 1984 novel, Native Tongue, using Austinian performativity and Eve Sedwick’s periperformative corrective; and the third studies Ted Chiang’s 1998 novella, “Story of Your Life,” and its 2016 screen adaptation, Arrival, using sustainability theory. Themes include the 1950s clash between Whorfian untranslatability and the possibility of unbounded (machine) translatability; the performative ability of a language to change reality and the reliance of that ability on the periperformativity of “witnesses”; and alienation from the familiar in space and time and its transformative effect on the biological and cultural sustainability of human life on earth.

Detailed Information

Author:Douglas H. Robinson
Language:English
File Size:2.1
Format:PDF
Price:FREE
Download Free PDF

Safe & Secure Download - No registration required

Why Choose PDFdrive for Your Free Translating the Nonhuman Download?

  • 100% Free: No hidden fees or subscriptions required for one book every day.
  • No Registration: Immediate access is available without creating accounts for one book every day.
  • Safe and Secure: Clean downloads without malware or viruses
  • Multiple Formats: PDF, MOBI, Mpub,... optimized for all devices
  • Educational Resource: Supporting knowledge sharing and learning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to download Translating the Nonhuman PDF?

Yes, on https://PDFdrive.to you can download Translating the Nonhuman by Douglas H. Robinson completely free. We don't require any payment, subscription, or registration to access this PDF file. For 3 books every day.

How can I read Translating the Nonhuman on my mobile device?

After downloading Translating the Nonhuman PDF, you can open it with any PDF reader app on your phone or tablet. We recommend using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Books, or Google Play Books for the best reading experience.

Is this the full version of Translating the Nonhuman?

Yes, this is the complete PDF version of Translating the Nonhuman by Douglas H. Robinson. You will be able to read the entire content as in the printed version without missing any pages.

Is it legal to download Translating the Nonhuman PDF for free?

https://PDFdrive.to provides links to free educational resources available online. We do not store any files on our servers. Please be aware of copyright laws in your country before downloading.

The materials shared are intended for research, educational, and personal use in accordance with fair use principles.