SOME PECULIARITIES OF WRITTEN TRANSLATION OF ENGLISH-LANGUAGE FAIRY TALES
Keywords:
Written translation, English-language fairy tales, cultural adaptation, wordplay, symbolism, artistic translation, intercultural exchange, stylistics, imagery.Abstract
The article explores the peculiarities of written translation of English-language fairy tales, focusing on preserving their artistic style, wordplay, and cultural elements. Particular attention is given to the works of Lewis Carroll, especially Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, which exemplify textual complexity, absurd humor, and symbolism. The article examines the challenges faced by translators, including the adaptation of culturally marked elements, idioms, and symbols, as well as maintaining the rhythm and stylistic features of the text. Key translation techniques, such as transformation, compensation, and adaptation, are discussed as tools to preserve the authenticity of the text and make it comprehensible to Ukrainian readers. The translation of fairy tales is considered an instrument of intercultural exchange and the promotion of literary heritage, fostering the integration of national traditions into the global cultural space.References
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