Fu Lei: The Distant Thunder Soul / A Case Study Series on Cross-Cultural Communication

Author: Xie Tianzhen
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: is recognized as one of the greatest translators of the 20th century in China, and his reputation in translation is so significant that it overshadows his many other contributions in various fields. In the research on his translations, people often approach them from a narrow linguistic perspective, peering into the gains and losses of his translation work. While there are insightful observations, they lack a study of his profound thoughts. Gradually, his originally complex and multifaceted image risks being flattened. In light of this, this book adopts a cross-cultural perspective, striving to restore Fu Lei's rich and diverse life, academic, and intellectual world. The book is divided into six chapters. The first chapter briefly outlines Fu Lei's legendary life. The second chapter explores Fu Lei's complex intellectual profile, which is influenced by both Chinese Confucian and Taoist cultures as well as Western ancient Greek civilization and modern spirit, but the most important thing is that he was first and foremost a free and independent intellectual. The third chapter examines Fu Lei's translation work, focusing not on evaluating its gains and losses but on his translation aesthetics and the factors that constrained his translations. The fourth chapter discusses Fu Lei's identity as a writer and literary critic, showcasing his rich literary experiences and sharp critical insights. The fifth chapter discusses Fu Lei's contributions as an art critic, which may have been his most cherished role. The final chapter explores Fu Lei's achievements in the field of music.