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Translating the Works of Robert Musil with Genese Grill

Translating the Works of Robert Musil with Genese Grill

FromMeet the Translator


Translating the Works of Robert Musil with Genese Grill

FromMeet the Translator

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Length:
51 minutes
Released:
Aug 23, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

This time around on the Meet the Translator podcast, I'm joined by Genese Grill, a writer, scholar, artist, and translator. In this episode, I ask Genese about her translations of Robert Musil's literature.We find out how Genese has gotten to know the author so well and how she approaches her translations and brings the differences to life. Genese also shares her plans for the future and offers advice to current and aspiring literary translators.If you want to know more about Genese or get in touch, follow her on X (formally known as Twitter) or check out her website here.Resources:- Genese's translation of Robert Musil's writings: https://www.contramundumpress.com/literature-and-politics- Genese's book of essays: https://www.thisissplice.co.uk/essays/portals/- Book about Burton Pike and Translating: https://www.peterlang.com/document/1297889Thank you to Genese for joining me on this episode, and to Pippa Williams for making the podcast jingles and editing this episode.
Released:
Aug 23, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Welcome to Meet the Translator! I'm Dot Roberts and I chat with a different translator each episode, getting to know them, hearing their story and covering various topics related to translation. Whether you are new to the translation industry, an experienced translator or just curious about the subject, join me as we delve into different areas of translation and learn more about our wonderful colleagues.