War of Words
By Xing Yi | China Daily | Updated: 2014-09-17 08:43
Literary translation in China has lagged behind other professions in terms of income. Xing Yi speaks to experts to find the reasons why.
The recent death of respected translator Sun Zhongxun has prompted online discussion about pay for literary translation in China. Some Chinese social media users have asked if Sun was paid enough by publishing houses to sustain a decent life.
The topic has been in circulation for a while.
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