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.

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