The Translation and Transmission of Concrete Poetry

This book delves into the global reception of concrete poetry, addressing its translatable and untranslatable aspects through diverse scholarly contributions.

This volume explores the global reception of what is often termed untranslatable concrete poetry. It features contributions from a diverse group of literary and translation scholars and practitioners, who engage with a variety of languages. By examining the international concrete poetry movement through the concept of transcreation, the book emphasizes the informed and creative responses necessary for translating playful, enigmatic visual texts.

Contributions within The Translation and Transmission of Concrete Poetry range from discussions of ancient Greek and Chinese pattern poems to modernist concrete poetry emerging from the Americas, Europe, and Asia. This collection presents a challenging body of experimental work that not only poses creative challenges for literary translators but also offers unique pleasures for readers who appreciate the nuances of these texts.

The volume highlights the intricate ways in which literary influence transcends languages and borders. As such, it will be of significant interest to students and scholars engaged in the fields of experimental poetry, translation studies, and comparative literature. With its rich array of perspectives, The Translation and Transmission of Concrete Poetry invites readers to reconsider the boundaries of language and the art of translation.