Humanities

From fellow traveller to eco-warrior: the translation and reception of Thoreau in China

A. Liu and Y. Zhu

Explore how Chinese interpretations of Thoreau's *Walden* have transformed over the last century in this insightful study by Aihua Liu and Ying Zhu. Discover the journey from traditional values to the recognition of Thoreau as a pivotal influence on Chinese eco-writers.

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Abstract

This article surveys the translation and reception of Henry David Thoreau's *Walden* in China over the past century. It examines the evolving interpretations of Thoreau by Chinese translators, literary scholars, and writers, revealing a shift from viewing him as a figure endorsing traditional Chinese values to recognizing him as a multifaceted figure who has significantly influenced Chinese eco-writers. The study employs a descriptive and diachronic approach, analyzing various Chinese translations of *Walden* and related scholarship to trace the changing nature of Chinese engagement with Thoreau's work.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Feb 22, 2023

Authors

Aihua Liu, Ying Zhu

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