Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0219 - Poetry in/as Translation

The task of this course will be to develop portfolio of translations connected to the discussions about specifics of the poetry translation, both in theory and in practice. Students should be curious (but, obviously not masterful) about poetry and literary translation and willing to experiment with stretching the limits of their linguistic and creative possibilities. Readings will include both theoretical thinkers of translations (such as Benjamin, Derrida et al.) and poets and writers who insisted on enriching their creative practice working with translation (Poe, Nabokov, Borges, Brodsky, Carson). Portfolios for this course will include among the other possible assignments -- translations, post-class and in-class assignments, interviews with the translators in one's life.

Culture, Humanities, and Languages Independent Work Multiple Cultural Perspectives Writing and Research Instructor's permission will be granted during the first class session based on the interview with the students. In this course, students are expected to spend approximately 5 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time.