What an amazing young man, and such a delightful interview! I loved that he mentioned Asterix. I have read the comics in French, as well as the British English translations and some American English translations, and I have to say that the British English versions by Anthea Bell and Derek Hockridge were way better (to me at least - perhaps the cultural references were more familiar ) than the American one. Just goes to show you what a difference the translator can make! All best wishes to Utsa Bose; he surely has a bright future ahead of him. And looking forward to your next write-up!
What an amazing young man, and such a delightful interview! I loved that he mentioned Asterix. I have read the comics in French, as well as the British English translations and some American English translations, and I have to say that the British English versions by Anthea Bell and Derek Hockridge were way better (to me at least - perhaps the cultural references were more familiar ) than the American one. Just goes to show you what a difference the translator can make! All best wishes to Utsa Bose; he surely has a bright future ahead of him. And looking forward to your next write-up!