Editorial Bias

The video discusses the significant role of Howard Goldblatt in translation, highlighting criticisms regarding rewrites and deletions often made with author or publisher consent. It uses Moyan's novels as a case study to illustrate how US publishers influence translations. The video also explores the expectations of American publishers and the crucial yet often overlooked role of editors in shaping translated works, emphasizing the blurred lines between editing and altering content.

Who is Howard Goldblatt, and what is a common criticism of his work?

• A famous author known for rewriting his own books

• A translator criticized for making unauthorized changes

• A translator known for altering texts with permission

• An editor who often changes book endings

What is a unique expectation of American publishers regarding translated works?

• They do not involve themselves in the translation process

• They prefer translations to be literal

• They often request changes to better fit their market

• They expect translations to remain unchanged

How do editors contribute to the translation process?

• By enhancing the text through editing

• By translating the text themselves

• By rewriting entire chapters

• By ensuring the translation is literal

What is often overlooked when evaluating translated literature?

• The quality of the original text

• The contribution of the editor

• The role of the author

• The language of the translation

What challenge do editors face when making changes to translations?

• They have to rewrite the entire book

• They often do not speak the original language

• They must consult the author for every change

• They need to translate the text themselves