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In Other Words: A Coursebook on Translation (Paperback)

In Other Words: A Coursebook on Translation

Review

`In Other Words is a lucid, systemnatic and stimulating guide to some of the main difficulties involved in translation.’ – Anthony Paul, Filter
–This text refers to the

Kindle Edition
edition.

In Other Words is a best-selling coursebook that offers a balanced practical and theoretical guide to translation studies. Using modern linguistic theory it provides a basis for training translators and can inform and guide the decisions they have to make in the course of performing their work. Each chapter includes: an explanation of the key linguistics concepts; an identification of potential sources of translation difficulties related to the linguistic concept; and possible strategies for resolving these difficulties. Authentic examples of translated texts from a wide variety of languages are examined and practical exercises and further reading are included at the end of each chapter. The 2nd edition has been fully revised to reflect rece (more…)

Becoming a Translator: An Introduction to the Theory and Practice of Translation (Paperback)

Becoming a Translator: An Introduction to the Theory and Practice of Translation

Review

A very useful book…I would recommend it to students who aim at a career in translation as a valuable introduction to the profession and an initiation into the social and transactional skills which it requires..–Mike Routledge, Royal Holloway, University of London, UKAbsolutely up-to-date and state of the art in the practical as well as theoretical aspect of translation, this new edition of Becoming a Translator retains the strength of the first edition while offering new sections on current issues. Bright, lively and witty, the book is filled with entertaining and thoughtful examples; I would recommend it to teachers offering courses to beginning and advanced students, and to any translator who wishes to know where the field is today..–Malcolm Hayward, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, USA

Becoming a Translator has been specifically designed for introductory undergraduate courses in the theory and practice of translation. It will als (more…)