The Irish scholar, whose name was not disclosed, has completed the translation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula into the Gaelic language. The project was initiated by the Irish government, which sought to promote the Irish language through literary works. The scholar, known for previous translations, was personally invited by government officials to select a novel for the initiative.
This is the first time Dracula has been translated into Gaelic, marking a significant milestone in Irish literary history. The translation is expected to be published in the coming months, with plans for a public reading event. The government has emphasized the importance of supporting the Irish language through such cultural projects.
The initiative aligns with broader efforts to revitalize the Irish language, which has seen a resurgence in recent years. Previous translations have included works by Irish authors, but this marks the first major international novel to be translated into Gaelic. The project reflects a growing recognition of the Irish language’s cultural value and its potential to reach wider audiences.
