On Amazon Prime Great Courses Signature Collection I watched author John McWhorter present a course on World Language Families and this drew my attention to this literary work. McWhorter is a very intelligent polyglot and makes the study of global languages an interesting and fun-filled adventure. In this book we…
This Mona Baker book is a core text on my Translation (MA) at Cardiff University. We use the text to accompany the Translation Methods Course. The early chapter of equivalence at word level and how to translate non equivalence is particularly interesting, useful and a strong section of the well-written…
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Becoming a Translator: An Introduction to the Theory and Practice of Translation by Douglas RobinsonMy rating: 4 of 5 stars This is another book I’ve read in preparation for the Translation (BA) at Cardiff University on which I’m about to embark. This book aims not so much at the theories…
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In “Translation Studies: Theories and Applications,” Jeremy Munday offers an insightful introduction to translation concepts, making it an excellent preparatory resource for BA students. Despite initial challenges with terminology and models, the book fosters understanding, particularly through its engaging chapter on machine translation and thought-provoking case studies, supporting future academic exploration.
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David Bellos’ “Is That a Fish in Your Ear?” offers an engaging exploration of translation, blending insights from its history, machine translation, and the evolving roles of translators. With humorous anecdotes and clear organization, it inspires new students, like the reviewer, to delve into Translation Studies, highlighting the global significance of language.
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