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Episode 241: Why Read Dante with Jason Baxter
The Literary Life Podcast
Capture the Rhythm of Language
Translating poetic language involves navigating the intricacies of consonant clusters and rhythm. In English, certain letter combinations can disrupt the flow for contemporary readers, making them unnoticeable when translated. To replicate the original's rhythmic nuances, translators can employ techniques like one-word sentences, fragments, and varied sentence lengths. This approach aims to mirror the dramatic shifts in tone and the acoustic qualities found in the original text, striving to evoke a similar experience for the reader.
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