Multidimensional Adaptation Study of the English Translation of Petition on Taking the Field from the Perspective of Eco-translatology

Taking Moss's translation as an example

Abstract

This paper focuses on the English translation of Petition on Taking the Field translated by Moss, conducting an in-depth analysis based on Eco-translatology from three dimensions: language, culture, and communication. In the linguistic dimension, it examines the strategies for the conversion of vocabulary, sentence structures, and discourse; in the cultural dimension, it delves into the transmission and adjustment of cultural imagery and values; from the communicative perspective, it fully considers the paths to achieving translation intentions, audience expectations, and communicative effectiveness. The research found that the translator skillfully adopted various strategies during the translation process to achieve a dynamic balance between fidelity to the original text and adaptation to the target language culture. This study provides valuable insights for the practice of translating classical Chinese texts into English, and also expands new ideas for translation theory research, highlighting the unique value of Eco-translatology in analyzing the cross-cultural interpretation and dissemination of classical literature, promoting the development of the translation discipline and facilitating cross-cultural exchange and mutual learning.