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July 5, 2016

Review: Spain 1812-2004 – by Christopher J Ross

I have read this book as I am doing a university course next year on Spanish History in the Modern Period. The book is devised for language students and at the end of each chapter excerpts in Spanish are provided, with translations, which are really useful. The book has some great side notes, detailing often… Continue reading

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January 3, 2015

History Of Translation

[INTRODUCTION TO TRANSLATION THEORY – Coursework Essay] Various scholars have highlighted the importance of translation history. To what extent would you agree and why? Discuss and exemplify, making reference to at least two theorists. Translation history mimics history itself. Any post-Babel relationship between tribes, nations, continents, peoples, involves translation and translators as different cultures… Continue reading

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October 6, 2014

Review: Translation, History, & Culture – by Susan Bassnet

This book features 12 essays exploring translation studies, with contributions primarily from Eastern European academics. It examines the cultural responsibilities of translators and the complexities of translating works, highlighted by historical perspectives and specific examples like 1001 Nights and Milan Kundera’s ‘The Joke’. It is valuable for both novice and advanced students. Continue reading

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August 11, 2014

Review: Tudors – by Peter Ackroyd

Tudors by Peter Ackroyd My rating: 4 of 5 stars The second volume of Ackroyd’s history of England, this work covers one of the most astonishing and exciting periods of English history. Two of the most revered and famous monarchs existed in the Tudor period, that of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. The whole reformation… Continue reading

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August 2, 2014

Review: Foundation – by Peter Ackroyd

Foundation by Peter Ackroyd My rating: 4 of 5 stars Peter Ackroyd is a fantastic author and, having previously read his ‘Albion’, I was keen to embark on this first of a new series of general English history. I wanted further detail on existing knowledge and the fact that this series is broken into separate… Continue reading

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November 17, 2013

Review: The Holy Kingdom – by Adrian Gilbert

The Holy Kingdom by Adrian G. Gilbert My rating: 4 of 5 stars As an inhabitant of South Wales with a fascination of local history, I found this book truly enlightening. I was aware of the links King Arthur had with local places such as Caerleon and I found that this book built well on… Continue reading

Book Review, Wales

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