Theories of Translation

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.

Autorentext
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.

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