As of my last update in April 2023, Polly Barton is an author, translator, and Japanese language specialist. She is known for her translations of Japanese literature into English, contributing to the cross-cultural exchange of literature between Japan and the English-speaking world. She has translated works by authors such as Aoko Matsuda and Misumi Kubo. Barton may also be recognized for her own writings that often explore themes of language, translation, culture, and identity. If you are referring to a specific work or a different Polly Barton, please provide additional context for a more targeted description.