Lin Yutang's Theory of Translation and Its Application——Analysis of Translation Techniques in Quiet Dream Shadows
This paper analyzes the translation techniques,including Amplification,Omission,and Recreation,that were used by Lin Yutang in translating Quiet Dream Shadows,by Zhang Chao,of Qin Dynasty.The study of sample sentences in Lin's translation work helps us better understand his translation theory,particularly,his criteria for good translation,namely,Faith,Smoothness and Beauty.
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