Experiences: Owen's Classic Essays

Author: Washington Irving
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: You will discover a wonderful nature. The names of the British and Americans would be inappropriate to be inscribed, only Washington Irving's name is most suitable. —James Russell Lowell
Irving has a unique eye for detail, which is an immortal quality. Perhaps, this is the most charming aspect of him. —Eudora Welty
I only want to play the flute in the National Symphony, while others play the violin and French horn. —Washington Irving
About the Prose Collection
The contributions of the predecessors to the collection of essays are brilliant and abundant. It is necessary to grasp the development of the prose art from the perspective of the history of prose, demonstrating the height and charm of the art of prose from multiple angles, levels, and dimensions. It is essential to grasp the classic nature of the masterpieces of prose from a macro perspective. In addition to the well-known masterpieces with recognized status and recognized value as prose literature, attention should also be paid to the potential gaps, those unnoticed eternal literary sparks, and those masterpieces that should not be forgotten. This is indispensable for a series of collections showcasing masterpieces of prose, and its absence would be a regrettable mistake.
The quality of introducing foreign literary works hinges on the quality of the translation. The responsibility of the translator is to provide a faithful translation, using vivid language to eliminate the reading barriers created by different languages, allowing readers to appreciate and interpret the original work as if they were reading it in their native language. For translators who have a deep understanding of the original work and are skilled in expressing its content in their native language, readers will respect them as they respect the original authors. We are gratified that readers generally approve of and are satisfied with the translations in the Prose Translation Series.
Introducing foreign literary works is one of the important ways of cultural exchange. Our selections reflect our discernment, our level of appreciation, and our high standards, which extend beyond local cultural endeavors and are part of a global cultural construction system. We believe that with the continuous support of experts and a broad readership, we will strive to do our work to the best of our ability.