After Babel
George Steiner
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After Babel
Published
April 8, 1993
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Pages
560
ISBN-13
9780192828743
ISBN-10
0192828746
Description
First published in 1975, After Babel constituted the first systematic investigation of the theory and processes of translation since the eighteenth century. In mapping out its own field, it quickly established itself as both controversial and seminal, and gave rise to a considerable, and still-growing, body of secondary literature. Even today, with its status as a modern classic beyond question, many of the book's insights remain provocative and challenging. Since the first edition of After Babel, George Steiner has entirely revised the text, adding new and expanded notes, and the bibliography has been completely updated. New prefaces written for the second and third editions set the book in the context of hermeneutics, poetics, and translation studies, and reflect on the implications for translation of recent social, technological, and political developments. - Back cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in After Babel?
This edition of After Babel has approximately 560 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read After Babel?
For most readers, After Babel typically takes between 11h 40m and 7h 47m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 140,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 9h 20m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 19 days • Estimated word count: 140,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of After Babel?
The estimated word count for After Babel is approximately 140,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of After Babel?
After Babel was written by George Steiner.
When was After Babel published?
The publication date for this specific edition is April 8, 1993. The original work may have been published on a different date.