TRANSLATION PROBLEMS IN YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE ON THE BASIS OF SPIRITED AWAY BY HAYAO MIYAZAKI (FROM ENGLISH TO RUSSIAN)

Abstract

This study explores the challenges of translating Young Adult (YA) literature, focusing on cultural, linguistic, and contextual obstacles, with a specific case study of Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away translated from English to Russian. YA literature often includes unique cultural references, character language variations, and idiomatic expressions that present difficulties for translators aiming to maintain both the story's authenticity and its appeal to the target audience. By analyzing these translation issues, this study seeks to provide insights into strategies for enhancing the accuracy and cultural relatability of YA literature translations. The findings aim to inform both academic and practical perspectives on translating culturally rich texts for young audiences.