Brian James Baer is Professor of Russian and Translation Studies at Kent State University. Serena Bassi is Assistant Professor of Italian at Yale University.
This landmark collection offers theoretical reflections on key concepts and a wealth of case studies spanning varied historical, linguistic, and cultural contexts. It makes an indisputable case for repositioning gender and sexuality as central questions for translation research and practice – and vice versa. Loredana Polezzi, Stony Brook University (SUNY)This timely volume not only provides a wealth of new insights into the complex relations between translation and sexuality but also opens up new avenues of research. With its global focus, its well-balanced selection of theoretical contributions and case studies and its exciting array of approaches it will be an outstanding resource for scholars, students and professionals. Klaus Kaindl, University of Vienna