Hockridge was a French teacher at the time that he was employed, therefore he was deemed to have a greater knowledge of French culture which would prove to be imperative when translating such a difficult comic.
2.6 Conclusion.
In this section the origins of the Asterix series have been shown and its plot and characters discussed. It seems evident from the topics that have been examined that "Asterix in Britain" seems to be an interesting edition to analyse critically, this will be done while maintaining a focus on the theoretic aspect of the translation. To be able to do this we will have to discuss the history of translation theory. Therefore the next chapter will be dedicated to this topic. This chapter will pay particular attention to Venuti's theories of Invisibility, domestication and foreignisation because these are both the most relevant theories in use today and also the tactics used by the translators of Asterix themselves.
Chapter 3: Theories behind the Translation.
3.1 Introduction.
In this chapter we will be looking at the concept of translation and how the definition of the practice has been developed. The field of translation is an ever evolving and changing discipline, so in order to fully understand the theory of translation we must first examine the various definitions that have been theorised throughout the centuries. To do so we will start with the earliest recorded definitions and move through the centuries ending with the most recent definitions available. It will also be necessary to examine the concept of culture, as translation and culture are intrinsically linked. A general overview of the theory of translation will be followed by examples from "Asterix Chez Les Bretons" which will illustrate the theories being examined. .
3.2 Defining Translation.
One of the first mentions of the term translation can be traced back to the 4th century and can be attributed to St.
Case Analysis A. ... In France, Walt Disney Company's biggest competitor is Grevin & Comagnie's Parc Asterix, which is based on the French cartoon warrior Asterix the Gaul. ... Parc Asterix is the most successful French theme parks. ... About 55 percent of visiting tourists come from foreign countries, mainly Britain, the United States, Germany, Italy, and Japan. ... SWOT Analysis. ...
