Singapore University of Social Sciences

This course explores the theories and techniques of translating major Chinese literary genres including poetry, drama, fiction and prose. Background knowledge including the specific features and classification of Chinese literary works will be introduced while the appropriate translation techniques for each type of literary texts and the corresponding features will be analysed. Special attention will be paid to the differences between Chinese and English literary conventions and cultures. Selected translated Chinese literary works will be analysed to illustrate the problems and their solutions. Students are given opportunities to translate literary works from Chinese to English including literary essay, poems, short stories, and dramas.