Overview

Connecting theory, practice, and industry, this innovative introduction to the complex field of translation takes a can-do approach. It explores the latest advances in both research and technology, considers the importance of different genres and contexts, and takes account of developments in our understanding of the mental and physical processes involved. Chapters covers four main areas: what we know and how we acquire knowledge about translation, what translation is for, where and how translation happens, and how to do it. There are 40 illustrative exercises throughout, designed to cement understanding and encourage critical engagement, and recommendations for further reading are provided to allow more in-depth exploration of specific topics. Introducing Translation is a cutting-edge resource for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in languages, linguistics, and literatures.

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Reviews

'This incredibly wide-ranging yet succinct textbook shows not just how to translate, but how to think about translation, how to learn about it and how to produce knowledge about it. Kirsten Malmkjær draws on a wealth of experience yet remains very much in touch with current trends and technologies. The result is the intelligent person's guide to a fascinating and complex field.' Anthony Pym, Universitat Rovira i Virgili, Spain 'Introducing Translation offers an accessible contemporary introduction to the what, where and how of translation. Kirsten Malmkjær's textbook on translation distils theory, research and practice into a lucid and engaging hands-on overview of the ever evolving forms and roles of translation in the nexus of social change and technological innovation.' Haidee Kotze, Utrecht University, Netherlands

Author Information

Kirsten Malmkjær is Emeritus Professor of Translation Studies at the University of Leicester. She has pursued her interest in translation throughout her academic career, developing the approach known as Translational Stylistics and designing translation programmes at several UK universities. She has published widely in the field, including Translation and Creativity (2020) and The Cambridge Handbook of Translation (2022). She edits the Cambridge short works series, Elements in Translation and Interpreting.

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