Translation as Concept

"Translation as Concept" is a scholarly book that engages with the philosophy of translation while reinterpreting classical philosophical concepts. In an era where translation is gaining increasing importance in the humanities, the book offers a unique philosophical perspective. It is divided into three main themes: universality, negativity, and temporality. These themes form the foundation for the concept of "translation as concept," which captures both the reflective and transformative nature of language. The author, Saša Hrnjez, highlights central figures of German philosophy such as Humboldt, Schleiermacher, Benjamin, and Hegel, linking them to contemporary discussions about translation and language. The multilingual practice expressed in this book promotes a deep understanding of self-translation and exophonic writing. It is primarily aimed at scholars and students of continental language philosophy, hermeneutics, and classical German philosophy, but is also of interest to readers in the fields of translation studies, linguistics, and cultural studies.