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The Task of the Translator
Book • 1923
In 'The Task of the Translator', Walter Benjamin delves into the complexities of translation, arguing that a translator's goal is not merely to convey meaning but to evoke the essence of the original work in the target language.
He discusses the relationship between languages and the role of translation in revealing a 'pure language' that underlies all linguistic expressions.
He discusses the relationship between languages and the role of translation in revealing a 'pure language' that underlies all linguistic expressions.
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in the context of Walter Benjamin's early essays.


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Episode #152 ... The Frankfurt School - Walter Benjamin pt. 1