This text guides the reader through the varying approaches to translation studies in the latter half of the 20th century. Chronologically ordered and divided into clear sections, it collects together key essays, articles and book extracts.
Mona Baker Books
September 20, 1953
This author delves into the profound questions of translation and intercultural communication. Through their academic research, they explore the complexities of language and cultural differences. Their work offers valuable insights into how meanings can be more effectively conveyed across diverse cultural contexts. Their approach emphasizes a nuanced understanding of linguistic barriers and the possibilities for overcoming them.
In Other Words : a Coursebook on Translation
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
This bestselling Coursebook addresses the need for a systematic approach to training in translation studies by drawing on key areas in modern linguistic theory and relating them systematically to a number of translation problems and strategies. The strategies are identified by an examination of authentic examples of translated texts in a variety of languages. No knowledge of linguistics or foreign languages is assumed. Each chapter begins with an explanation of the key linguistic concepts referred to and ends with a series of practical exercises. By striking a balance between theory and practice, the book provides a sound basis for training professional translators.