Introduction: In the live broadcast industry in 2022, Dong Yuhui relies on his rich learning and excellenceLanguage skills, which is unique among many live broadcasters. However, we must not forget that he owes part of his success toXu YuanchongSir, this old man who has worked silently in the translation world. His translations have made the world aware of the charm of famous Tang and Song artists such as Li Bai and Du Fu, and also made people betterGeographyExplain the beauty of ancient Chinese poetry. Now, let me tell you more about itXu YuanchongHis life and his outstanding translation achievements.
In 1921,Xu YuanchongBorn in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, in a scholarly family. In 1937,Anti-Japanese Warbroke out, and at the age of 16, he left his hometown and came to Yunnan to escape the war. The following year, he was admitted with excellent gradesSouthwest Associated UniversityDepartment of Foreign Languages. Southwest Associated UniversityAt that time, it was a star in the history of Chinese education, and many celebrities who graduated from this school were famous. Xu YuanchongHis unique personality manifested himself in college, and he preferred to go his own way rather than follow the crowd. This trait has also been used throughout his life, allowing him to speak three languages: Chinese, English and FrenchLiteratureIt's easy to move in between. His independent spirit and persistent pursuit of things became the cornerstone of his success as an excellent translator.
InSouthwest Associated UniversityDuring the study period,Xu Yuanchonghas undergone a shift in the concept of translation. His teacher, Wu Mi, changed his understanding of translation and made him shift from Lu Xun's literal translation theory to paraphrase. There has long been a debate in the translation world between literal translation and paraphrase, but many translators have come to a consensus that the purpose of translation is to enable the reader to understand the content of the target language, which is actually a re-creation of the translator. Xu YuanchongIt's actually rewritingTang poemsand Song Ci. He translated these classic poems so well that it was as if he had written them himself. His translations enable English readers to appreciate the original taste of Chinese poetry, just as beautiful and moving as reading English classics.
In addition to academic translation,Xu YuanchongAlso worked as a translator for the U.S. Air Force, generalThree People's PrinciplesTranslated as "ofthepeople, bythepeople, forthepeople". His translation achievements have made him famous abroad. However, after the founding of the People's Republic of China,Xu YuanchongHe resolutely gave up the superior conditions abroad and returned to China to devote himself to national construction. He often said, "Translation is the transformation of the beauty created by one country into the beauty of the whole world." "He has always taken it as his responsibility to represent the face of the country and has done his part to spread Chinese culture in the world. His outstanding translation achievements are another legacy he has bequeathed to us.
Xu YuanchongHe lived to be 100 years old, and his regimen was admirable. Despite his advanced age, he continued to work. When he was nearly 100 years old, he translated and wrote at three or four o'clock in the morning every day, and got up on time at ten o'clock the next day to continue his work. He believes that work makes people young, and this is fully reflected in him. In addition, he also focuses on fitness. Xu YuanchongSwim a lot, and even at the age of 96, I can ride a bicycle on my own, and insist on morning exercises every day. These more than 80 years of morning exercise can be said to be one of the secrets of his longevity.
Xu YuanchongThe self-discipline and fulfillment of the attitude of getting through each day also influenced his students. He is strict with his students, and each ** will be revised several times until it is perfect. He focuses on developing students' reading and writing skills, and he is a prolific writer in his own right. His articles are full of wisdom andPhilosophies, showing his heavinesslifewithLiteratureA deep understanding. He once summed up his life as "In the depths of all evil, angels will also look up", fully expressing his inlifein the pursuit of excellence and justiceBeliefs
Xu YuanchongHe was a great translator and educator who brought the beauty of ancient Chinese poetry to the world through his translation achievements. He has pursued excellence and justice throughout his life, and he has passed on these through his work and actionsValues。His story teaches us that self-discipline and perseverance are the cornerstones of success, while the pursuit of knowledge and knowledgeStrive for excellenceIt is the goal that each of us should pursue. Let's toXu YuanchongSir salutes and appreciates the spiritual wealth he has brought to us.