GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Author Translations Statistics

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Last Updated: June 17, 2024

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In this post, we explore fascinating statistics on author translations, shedding light on the diversity and reach of literary works across different languages and cultures. From the number of professional translators in Europe to iconic authors like Kafka and Shakespeare being translated into numerous languages, these statistics offer a glimpse into the intricate world of literary translation.

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"As of 2020, there were 42,000 professional translators in Europe."

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"The market of literary translation in Europe consists of about 50,000 titles annually."

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"The country that translates the most worldwide is Germany with 12.89%."

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"Chinese book authors have been translated into other languages for 11,304 times until 2016."

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"French book authors have been translated into other languages for 52,679 times until 2016."

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"Spanish book authors have been translated into other languages for 12,559 times until 2016."

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"Around 15% of all translated fiction sold in the UK were originally in Scandinavian languages."

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"Literature in English makes up only 3% of the texts translated into Arabic."

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"Books from Nobel laureates make up about 12% of all literature translated into Chinese."

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"Kafka, one of the most translated authors, has been translated into more than 70 languages."

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"Gabriel Garcia Marquez's book "100 Years of Solitude", has been translated into 37 languages."

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"Haruki Murakami books are translated into more than 50 languages."

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"J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series have been translated into 80 languages."

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"The author Agatha Christie has been translated into more than 100 languages."

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"Paulo Coelho's novel "The Alchemist" has been translated into 80 languages."

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"Swedish author Astrid Lindgren's book "Pippi Longstocking" has been translated into more than 70 languages."

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"Shakespeare's works have been translated into more than 100 languages."

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"Novelist John Green's Book "The Fault in our Stars" has been translated into 47 languages."

The statistics presented offer a comprehensive glimpse into the world of literary translation in Europe and beyond. With a significant number of professional translators in Europe and a diverse range of translated works across different languages and cultures, it is evident that the art of translation plays a crucial role in connecting people and ideas globally. The data also highlights the enduring popularity of certain authors and their works, such as J.K. Rowling, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and Agatha Christie, whose creations have transcended linguistic boundaries to be enjoyed by readers around the world. This rich tapestry of translated literature underscores the power of storytelling and the importance of linguistic diversity in enriching our collective literary landscape.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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