Rumors of Nature: An Ecotranslation of Ulrike Almut Sandig’s “so habe ich sagen gehört”

Only recently have scholars begun to discuss the implications of Anthropocene for translation literature, introducing new practice and study ecotranslation. The Anthropocene—a term popularized by Paul Crutzen—describes current epoch as one where human activity gains a large negative impact on geology ecosystems. In light this, an ecological approach is not only useful but necessary addressing complex relationship between humans natural world. Ecotranslation can be understood that recognizes retains themes from source text. This looks at application ecotranslation theory English German poem “so habe ich sagen gehört” Ulrike Almut Sandig. critiques preconceived notions about how relate conceptualize nature, making it ideal applying Through close reading interpretation poem, its features are noted, then attention given their translation. Comparison with existing displays lead particular recognition emphasis aspects. resulting differs significantly those translations lacking emphasis.