The Spanish Descamisado(s):Zero-Translating in the London Papers during the Liberal Triennium (1820–1823)
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Universidad de Oviedo
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ISSN: 2531-1654, 2531-1646
Year of publication: 2023
Issue: 44
Pages: 111-132
Type: Article
More publications in: ES Review. Spanish Journal of English Studies
Abstract
This article analyses the introduction and use of the word descamisado(s)innewspapers around Londonduring the Spanish Liberal Triennium. It focuses on how the term was introduced, the editors’ sources of information, and the evolution of its meaning, paying attention to the representation of the radical liberals involved and the events portrayed. As previous studies centred on the use of the term by Peronism, thisdraws on the references found in London periodicals at that time. A critical review provides information on the press’ role during the liberal revolutions and might bring to light the importance of translation in newspapers.
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