A Prizewinning translator from Polish shared with us her literary recommendations during the lockdown, but they are no less relevant now!
Antonia Lloyd-Jones is known for her work translating Polish literature into English, she’s been a recipient of the Transatlantyk award in 2018 and Found in Translation award in 2009 and 2012.
For years she’s been bringing Nobel Prize in Literature laureate Olga Tokarczuk’s books to the attention of the English speakers.
She also helps to mold new generations of translators as a mentor for the Emerging Translator Mentorship programme supported by PCI.
We asked her to share five aspects of Polish culture that helped her to go through the lockdown for the #PolishCultureKatchUp series.
Translation of new Roger Moorhouse’s book –
Find out more about the Polish translation of Roger Moorhouse's book about Lados group and Polish diplomats giving documents to Jews in order to escape Nazi persecution. Discover one of the greatest and least known rescuing operations of WW2.
28
03.2024
Events, History, Literature, News
Alissa Valles receives the 2024 Found in
Alissa Valles is the winner of the 2024 Found in Translation Award for her translation of of Zuzanna Ginczanka’s poems in ‘Firebird’.
28
03.2024
Events, Literature, News
New Clare Mulley book release – a
Uncover the untold story of WW2 heroine Elżbieta Zawacka, alias 'Agent Zo', in Clare Mulley's upcoming release. From missions behind enemy lines to dealing with post-war regimes, "Agent Zo" illuminates the remarkable journey of the only female member of Poland's elite Special Forces, promising a gripping tale of courage and resilience.
16
05.2024
Events, History, Literature, News