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Thaon, Brenda – Meta, 1978
A discussion of some special problems in translating medieval poetry into a modern language while conveying the original meaning, emotional tone and word play. The discussion centers on the poetry of Machaut, a medieval poet of interest to English scholars because of his influence on Chaucer. (AMH)
Descriptors: Figurative Language, French Literature, Imagery, Literary Influences
Jopes, James – Meta, 1978
A discussion of some of the difficulties and procedures in translating classical quotations occurring in a modern text. Some of the topics covered are: use of published translations, transliteration from ancient Greek, and non-classical idioms such as medieval and botanical Latin. (AMH)
Descriptors: Botany, Classical Languages, Classical Literature, Greek