This Pride Month, we've put together a selection of books and journal articles which can help us learn about queerness and queer representation - from Trans-ing the enlightenment to new translations of classic Latin American Literature.
New to our World Writing in French series: Prisoner of the Levant
Prisoner of the Levant, a novel written by Darina Al Joundi and translated by Helen Vassallo, offers a moving account of the struggle for emancipation and enlightenment, condemning a world that restricts women's freedom. In this blog post, Helen Vassallo explores the novel's premise and reflects on her experience translating this impactful work.
Sentinel Island: A Novel
In this blog post, Benjamin Hoffmann discusses the history of Sentinel Island and how it came to inspire his book, Sentinel Island: A Novel, which has now been translated into English by Alan J. Singerman.
In Praise of… Charles Forsdick
To celebrate our 125th anniversary this year, we are taking the opportunity to highlight and thank a selection of key figures in LUP's recent history. To start this series, our Chief Executive Officer Anthony Cond reflects on the impact of LUP's former Editorial Advisory Board Chair Charles Forsdick following their first meeting almost twenty years … Continue reading
Otherwise I Forget: A Novel by Clémentine Mélois
Otherwise I Forget, written by Clémentine Mélois and translated by Terry J. Bradford, is a delightful panoramic view of contemporary France. In this blog post, Terry J. Bradford gives insight into his experience as a translator, and the complexities of undergoing the translation process.
Liverpool University Press Blog 