Ezra Pound's Cathay

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Focusing on Ezra Pound's translation of the challenging Cathay poems, Wai-lim Yip explores the broader issues of translating from Chinese. The study connects Pound's translation principles to his late pre-Raphaelite influences, providing an in-depth analysis of his techniques. Yip's examination highlights the complexities and nuances involved in capturing the essence of the original texts, offering valuable insights into both Pound's work and the art of translation itself.