This paper explores the role of translation in shaping intercultural understanding and the transmission of literary heritage, focusing specifically on the translation of Azerbaijani classical poetry into English. Drawing on key theoretical perspectives in translation studies and historical examples of literary transmission, the study situates Azerbaijani literature within a global context. It traces early encounters with Azerbaijani poets such as Seyyid Imadaddin Nasimi and highlights the contributions of Orientalist scholars in bringing figures like Nizami Ganjavi, Muhammad Fuzuli, and Gazi Burhaneddin to the attention of English-speaking audiences. The paper discusses the challenges posed by the multilingual character of Azerbaijani literary production, especially the use of Arabic and Persian, and debates around the representativeness of translated works. Through a selective analysis of key translations and scholarly efforts, the article underscores the pivotal role of translation in elevating Azerbaijani literary aesthetics and calls for further research to ensure a more comprehensive global appreciation of its cultural and poetic legacy.
The paper explores the intricate process of translating the revolutionary Urdu poetry of Faiz Ahmed Faiz into English, and how linguistic change influences the meaning, emotion and politics of the poetry. This paper examines the conflict of fidelity and interpretation that is a part of poetic translation by closely reading four classic poems: “Mujhse Pehli Si Mohabbat, Subh-e-Azadi, Hum Dekhenge, and Bol Ke Lab Azad Hain Tere. Based on the theories of translation of Walter Benjamin, Roman Jakobson, and Eugene Nida, the analysis shows that English translations can be successful in transferring the political vision and thematic issues of Faiz, but frequently lose the musicality, the metaphorical richness, and the cultural depth of the Urdu originals. The paper will claim that there is neither a direct transference nor total betrayal in translation of the work of Faiz, but a creative re-enactment that opens up new interpretive possibilities and unavoidably alters the affective and aesthetic aspects of the original. This change especially affects the revolutionary voice that determines the poetry of Faiz as the transfer of the tradition of the ghazal in Urdu to the English verse changes the thin line between the lyricism of romanticism and the criticism of politics, which is the distinctive feature of the poetic success of Faiz.
Hijiet Rafiq· International Journal of Eng...· 0 citations
The novel has emerged as one of the most influential literary genres in both Arabic and Assamese literature, reflecting the social, cultural, political, and historical realities of their respective societies. This paper explores the development of Arabic and Assamese novels and examines their contributions to world literature through a comparative perspective. It traces the historical evolution of the novel in both literary traditions, highlighting major authors, thematic concerns, and narrative innovations. Arabic novels have gained international recognition through the works of writers such as Naguib Mahfouz, Tayeb Salih, and Ghassan Kanafani, while Assamese fiction has achieved literary distinction through authors such as Lakshminath Bezbaroa, Birendra Kumar Bhattacharyya, Syed Abdul Malik, Indira Goswami, and Homen Borgohain. Despite differences in language, culture, and geographical context, both traditions address universal themes such as identity, social change, human suffering, gender, nationalism, and cultural memory. The study argues that Arabic and Assamese novels have transcended regional boundaries and enriched world literature through their unique artistic expressions and humanistic concerns. By undertaking a comparative inquiry, the paper highlights the global significance of these two literary traditions and their contribution to intercultural literary discourse.
Dr. Farid Uddin Ahmed, M. H. Rahman· EPRA International Journal o...· 0 citations