The Ace Couple The British Museum Stole Translations of Qiu Jin’s Poetry ft. Yilin Wang
Jul 5, 2023
Yilin Wang, a Chinese-English translator, discusses the fight against copyright infringement by the British Museum, the complexities of translating poetry, the need for accountability in museums, and uncovering the queer voices of Chinese history.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Lost in Translation: The British Museum's Oversight
01:51 • 18min
Uncovering Hidden Histories: Challenges in Museum Exhibits
19:37 • 11min
Uncovering the Queer Voices of Chinese History
30:37 • 23min
Supporting a Cause and Pre-Ordering a Book
53:09 • 2min
Supporting Community and Translators: Activism and Advocacy
55:12 • 3min
The Hidden and Uncredited Translators
57:46 • 7min