How long did it usually take to translate a novel into Chinese?
The time taken to translate a novel into Chinese depends on many factors, including the genre and complexity of the novel and the skill and experience of the translator. If it was a simple storyline and character, the translator might only need a few days or weeks to translate it. However, if the novel involved complex cultural backgrounds, languages, and characters, it might take a longer time to translate. It might take months or even longer. In addition, there were other factors that needed to be taken into consideration when translating a novel into Chinese, such as the proofreading and polishing of the text, the rest and working hours of the translator, and the possible need to coordinate with the author and the publishing company. Therefore, the time of a Chinese novel may vary due to many factors, and it is impossible to give an exact time range.