Los narcocorridos son baladas que narran las hazañas de los bandidos en el narcotráfico, muy populares en México y América Latina. Un DJ británico ha producido un show dedicado a este género musical. El contenido incluye un tracklist destacado y enlaces a episodios anteriores y críticas sobre el tema.
En “Ocho apellidos vascos”, Rafa, un andaluz, se enamora de Amaia, una vasca, y se traslada a Euskadi. Tras varios días, escribe a sus amigos expresando su deseo de regresar a Andalucía, donde añora las tradiciones andaluzas y sufre el desafío de adaptarse a la cultura vasca.
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Stout’s book is a detailed study of the status quo in Mexico and its relationship with its uber-powerful Northern neighbour. Based in Oaxaca, Robert Joe Stout’s writing often reflects detailed local knowledge and overall, his grip on Mexican and Mexican-USA affairs is profound. The book falls into 5 main chapters…
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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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Through the Language Glass by Guy DeutscherMy rating: 5 of 5 stars This book was a fantastic read. It was quite different to how I initially imagined it to be. As you follow the story is constructively builds a cohesive, rational scientific argument as to exactly how and why different…
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Theo Hermans is from University College London (UCL) and works in translation studies and in modern and Renaissance Dutch literature. His guest lecture at Cardiff University was to develop his ideas in his recent ‘Positioning Translators’ paper. Theo edits the series Translation Theories Explored published by Routledge. This was…
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Translation Theory Week 1 01/10/14 Exercise – Wesley Gerrard Translate the following text into the language of your choice. Would it make sense if you translated it word for word? Mary pulled his leg and he believed it all. He was clearly a sandwich short of a picnic. He didn’t…
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Wesley Gerrard, a 36-year-old music professional, has a lifelong passion for languages. After excelling in French and Spanish studies, he pursued further education at Cardiff University in Translation. Wesley aims to specialize in translating from Spanish and French to English while launching his translation business, Dragon Translate, to build a reputable service.
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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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“Babel No More: The Search for the World’s Most Extraordinary Language Learners” by Michael Erard explores the world of exceptional language learners, epitomized by Giuseppe Mezzofanti, who mastered 63 languages. Erard seeks to understand what it takes to become a multipolyglot, offering valuable insights and inspiration for aspiring linguists despite some tedious moments.
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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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