Books:
* The Translation Studies Reader (co-edited with Dirk Delabastita): A comprehensive anthology of key texts in translation studies.
* Translation and Intercultural Communication: A Critical Examination of Translation Theories and Practices: A book that analyzes the role of translation in intercultural communication.
* The Translation of Literature: An Introduction: A foundational text introducing the field of literary translation.
* The Translation of Culture: An exploration of how translation shapes our understanding of other cultures.
* The Translator's Invisibility: An examination of the often-overlooked role of the translator.
* Literature and Translation: A book that analyzes the relationship between literature and translation.
* The Politics of Translation: An investigation into the political dimensions of translation.
Other Publications:
* Numerous articles and essays published in academic journals and books.
* Edited volumes on various aspects of translation studies, literature, and culture.
* Translations of literary works from Dutch and French into English.
Areas of Expertise:
* Translation studies
* Literary theory
* Intercultural communication
* Language and culture
* Postcolonial literature
* Comparative literature
Jens Baetens is considered one of the leading experts in the field of translation studies. His work has had a significant impact on the field and continues to be influential.