顾执中《封神演义》英译本的研究的中期报告.docxVIP

顾执中《封神演义》英译本的研究的中期报告 Introduction: “Fengshen Yanyi” (also known as “Investiture of the Gods” or “Creation of the Gods”) is a classic Chinese novel written by Gu Zhizhong in the 16th century. It tells the story of the overthrow of the Shang Dynasty by the rise of the Zhou Dynasty, with a focus on the gods and spirits who intervene in human affairs. This report is a mid-term report on the research on the English translation of “Fengshen Yanyi” by Gu Zhizhong. The research has been undertaken to understand the translation methods and techniques employed by the translator, to examine the cultural and literary contexts in which the translation was produced, and to evaluate the linguistic and stylistic features of the translation. Research Methodology: The research is primarily based on the analysis of the English translation of “Fengshen Yanyi” by Gu Zhizhong. The analysis is guided by the theoretical framework of translation studies, and draws on concepts and ideas from translation theory, comparative literature, and cultural studies. The analysis is conducted at three levels: macro, meso and micro. At the macro level, the focus is on the translation context and the cultural and historical background of the novel. At the meso level, the focus is on the translation strategies and techniques employed by the translator, and the impact of these strategies on the reception of the novel. At the micro level, the focus is on the linguistic and stylistic features of the translation, and the extent to which these features reflect the source text. Research Findings: At the macro level, the research has found that the English translation of “Fengshen Yanyi” by Gu Zhizhong was produced in a complex cultural and historical context. The translator was influenced by the literary and cultural traditions of both China and the West, and his translation reflects a hybrid approach that draws on both Chinese and Western literary and linguistic norms. At the meso level, the research has found