I probably never would have found The Queue by Basma Abdel Aziz if not for Brooke's article on Women in Translation. The description drew me in immediately and was especially fitting since I was already reading George Orwell's Animal Farm. While the premise is really interesting and well-executed, the ending left me feeling unfulfilled, hence the 3-star rating. Book … [Read more...] about The Queue by Basma Abdel Aziz
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Do Book Translators Deserve More Credit?
I have been wanting to write an article about book translators for awhile. I recently read a few translated books and I feel the translator plays a much bigger role in the book; more than most people realize. Book translators aren't a big topic I see much about in the book community which I find surprising. Especially since translated books are a great way to get more diversity … [Read more...] about Do Book Translators Deserve More Credit?