![]() Translation between writers from different linguistic areas thus offers a model of mediation for approaching other people’s cultures and ways of being. Poetic language knows no barriers, not even linguistic ones, that cannot be overcome. In any case, the translator and the translated always share a language, that of poetry. When they do not know the source language, they rely on the mediation of interlinear versions-word for word, with notes on lexicon and prosody prepared by scholars or other poets or translators-or on a shared lingua franca. ![]() Given the poor contacts between Swiss poets from different language areas, and noting that mental barriers may be more granitic than physical ones, Babel conceived the project titled Poethreesome in 2016.Įach year, three Swiss poets translate each other into three national languages. Poets around the world have always translated other poets, often without even knowing the source language. Specimen Types is a blog-like space for the editorial board and all the writers involved in the magazine.įollow us on Facebook and Twitter to stay up to date as we progress, or rely on our Newsletter for a monthly recap. It is made up of multiple texts, each translated into various languages. Texts can be exported in PDF format by clicking Export at the bottom of the page.Ī Dossier is a special focus on specific topics, areas, writers, and more. Once you access a text, choose a translation from the white box on the right side of the page.Ĭlick on the title for full view or read the translation alongside the original, as a special scrolling feature keeps them aligned.Įach text can be closed at any moment via the grey toolbox. When a new translation is published, the text comes back on top in the new language. The available translations are listed in the title section. ![]() All texts ever published in the magazine are featured on the homepage, starting from the latest. ![]()
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