Mysteries of Pseudo-Translation

This study explores the social and cultural reasons behind Nihal Yeinobal's novel Gen Kzlar being published as a pseudo-translation based on the notion of gender.It also tries to point out that pseudo-translation is a translation studies concept capable of providing valuable clues concerning the social and cultural conjuncture of its time as well as a methodological tool. In this respect, it is further asserted that Yeinobal has gained a reputation through this very case of pseudo-translation in the Turkish literary system and later, with the aid of this reputation, she has been accepted as an author who still produces work on gender-related issues.A detailed study of Yegnobal's published novels is presented to the reader, questioning her reputation as a 'feminist'. In the light of these discussions,it is concluded that a multi-dimensional approach would have a notable contribution to the international and interdisciplinary credibility of Translation Studies.