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Acclaimed, when it first appeared, as a seminal work – a groundbreaking book that was both informative and highly readable – Translators through History is being released in a new edition, substantially revised and expanded by Judith Woodsworth. Translators have played a key role in intellectual exchange through the ages and across borders. This account of how they have contributed to the development of languages, the emergence of literatures, the dissemination of knowledge and the spread of values tells the story of world culture itself. Content has been updated, new elements introduced and recent directions in translation scholarship incorporated, providing fresh insights and a more nuanced view of past events. The bibliography contains over 100 new titles and illustrations have been refreshed and enhanced. An invaluable tool for students, scholars and professionals in the field of translation, the latest version of Translators through History remains a vital resource for researchers in other disciplines and a fascinating read for the wider public.

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Author:   Jean Delisle (University of Ottawa) ,  Judith Woodsworth (Concordia University) ,  Judith Woodsworth
Publisher:   John Benjamins Publishing Co
Imprint:   John Benjamins Publishing Co
Edition:   Revised edition
Volume:   101
Weight:   0.665kg
ISBN:  

9789027224514

ISBN 10:   902722451
Pages:   337
Publication Date:   05 July 2012
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

1. Table of illustrations; 2. Foreword to the second edition; 3. Preface; 4. Introduction; 5. 1. Translators and the invention of alphabets; 6. 2. Translators and the development of national languages; 7. 3. Translators and the emergence of national literatures; 8. 4. Translators and the dissemination of knowledge; 9. 5. Translators and the reins of power; 10. 6. Translators and the spread of religions; 11. 7. Translators and the transmission of cultural values; 12. 8. Translators and the production of dictionaries; 13. 9. Interpreters and the making of history; 14. Appendix I. Description of illustrations; 15. Appendix II. Contributors, translators and proofreaders; 16. Works cited; 17. Index of names; 18. About the authors

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