Theories of Translation

by J. Williams

Overview

Presents the most important theories in Translation Studies that have emerged over the last 50 years. Particularly innovative is the inclusion of theories from outside North America and Europe, theoretical perspectives on recent technological developments and a consideration of the nature of theory in the field.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781137319388
Publisher:	Palgrave Macmillan
Publication date:	04/23/2013
Series:	Palgrave Studies in Translating and Interpreting
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	145
File size:	462 KB

About the Author

Jenny Williams is Professor Emeritus at the Centre for Translation and Textual Studies, Dublin City University, Ireland. She has been involved in teaching, researching and practising translation as well as supervising masters and doctoral dissertations for over 30 years. Jenny's previous publications include The Map: A Guide to Doing Research in Translation Studies (co-authored with Andrew Chesterman) and has translated The Fishermen Sleep by Sabine Lange.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1. Of Theorists and Theories 2. Theories about the Product 3. Theories about the Process 4. Theories about the Translator Conclusion