Science never solves a problem without creating ten more: Translating Ambrose Parry’s The Way of All Flesh

Abstract

This thesis revolves around an analysis and annotated translation of the novel The Way of All Flesh by author Ambrose Parry. The goal of this analysis is to examine the most desirable way to translate the novel in a successful manner, adhering to the use of language and characteristics of the source text. This thesis will also provide background information on the source text, the author, and the genre that it belongs to. This analysis focuses primarily on the problems a translator will encounter when translating this novel, as well as the possible and desirable solutions that can be found. Concluding the analysis a Dutch annotated translation is provided.