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Translating Popular Comics about Chinese Classics with Dr. Brian Bruya

October 16, 2025 @ 7:00 pm 8:30 pm

Dr. Brian Bruya
Professor of History & Philosophy
Eastern Michigan University

In addition to his research on classical Chinese thought, Dr. Bruya has translated over a dozen books by the Taiwanese illustrator Chih-Chung Tsai that bring classical Chinese texts into the popular medium of comics. In this talk, Dr. Bruya will talk about CC Tsai’s original work for Chinese readers, as well as the challenges of translating the language and ideas contained in these books for English readers.

This talk is hosted by Professor Jon Keune, MSU Department of Religious Studies.

Hybrid:
International Center,
Room 303

or

Attend via Zoom (register here: https://msu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CLTIUri1SnyKiH9PoT0tkQ#/registration)