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In Other Words: A Coursebook on Translation,New
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In Other Words has been the definitive coursebook for students studying translation for nearly three decades. Assuming no knowledge of foreign languages, it offers a practical guide based on extensive research in areas as varied as lexis, grammar, pragmatics, semiotics and ethics. It thus provides a solid basis for training a new generation of wellinformed, critical students of translation.Drawing on linguistic theory and social semiotics, the third edition of this bestselling text guides trainee translators through the variety of decisions they will have to make throughout their career. Each chapter offers an explanation of key concepts, identifies potential sources of translation difficulties related to those concepts and illustrates various strategies for resolving these difficulties. Authentic examples of translated texts from a wide variety of languages and genres are examined, and practical exercises and further reading are included at the end of each chapter.The third edition has been fully revised to reflect recent developments in the field and includes a new chapter that engages with the interplay between verbal and visual elements in genres as varied as childrens literature, comics, film, poetry and advertisements.This key text remains the essential coursebook for any student of translation studies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'In Other Words: A Coursebook on Translation'? A: The coursebook focuses on providing a practical guide to translation studies, covering essential concepts in lexis, grammar, pragmatics, semiotics, and ethics.
- Q: Who is the author of this coursebook? A: The author of 'In Other Words: A Coursebook on Translation' is Mona Baker.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the third edition of the book, which has been fully revised to include recent developments in the field of translation studies.
- Q: What type of exercises does the book include? A: Each chapter includes practical exercises and further reading to help reinforce key concepts and strategies related to translation.
- Q: Is prior knowledge of foreign languages required to use this book? A: No, the book assumes no prior knowledge of foreign languages, making it accessible for beginners in translation studies.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 370 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this product? A: The binding type of 'In Other Words: A Coursebook on Translation' is paperback.
- Q: When was this book published? A: This coursebook was published on March 9, 2018.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Linguistics.
- Q: Does this book include examples from various languages? A: Yes, the book examines authentic examples of translated texts from a wide variety of languages and genres.