 |
 |
The aim of this interdisciplinary conference is to focus on questions of ‘cultural translation’ in all its forms and constructs. As global identity becomes increasingly defined by questions of communication across languages and cultures the role of ‘translation’ becomes key in the forging of new subjectivities. Cultural Translation is not only an emerging field of academic study but also is an everyday part of our daily experience. As Rey Chow notes, ‘Etymologically, the word translation is linked, among other things, to “tradition” on the one hand and to “betrayal” on the other’, and in the last few decades the interaction between East Asian Cultures and the West has raised many issues related to questions of cultural Imperialism, cultural miscommunication and the global pattern of cultural transmission. This conference will engage with these ideas and more. Topics that could be focused upon (although are not limited to) could include:
1. Adaption in literature, film and media
2. Interplay between East Asian nations
3. Construction of ‘East Asia’ as a theoretical/political/cultural concept
4. A focus on the interplay between ‘East Asia’ and the ‘West’
5. Global Dissemination of East Asian Popular Culture.
6. Creative writing and literary translation as cross-cultural tool?
We would especially welcome practice-led works from artists, translators, filmmakers and writers. Panel submissions (3-4 people) are also very welcome.
This conference is broadly considering Mainland China, Taiwan, Mongolia, Hong Kong, North Korea, South Korea, Japan, Philippines, Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia to be the geographical area of focus however comparative studies are very welcome.
Submission Deadline: 20th May 2012
Submission of Papers:
The language of the conference is English and papers must be submitted in this language. However, we hope (dependent on submission) to offer specific panels in Korean, Japanese and Chinese Language with translation as needed. Please email all submissions with attachments in Word or PDF file format and with “Cultural Translation proposal (NAME OF APPLICANT, TITLE OF PROPOSAL)” in the subject line.
When submitting a panel proposal:
• include an abstract between 150 – 200 words that outlines the panel’s theme (include title)
• designate one panelist as the contact person and include contact information
When submitting a paper proposal (individual or part of a panel):
• a one-page abstract (include title)
• short biography of the author
• contact details of author
The conference committee assumes all members of proposed panels have agreed to participate.
Proposal and queries should be emailed to:
Dr Kate E Taylor-Jones ([log in to unmask] ) and Dr Yan Ying ([log in to unmask])