{"title":"Jacob Blakesley","description":"\u003cp\u003eJacob Blakesley’s works delve into the complexities of translation and its pivotal role in global communication. His books offer insightful perspectives on translation theory, practice, and studies, making them essential for those interested in linguistics and cross-cultural exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a thoughtful exploration of the educational foundations and evolving trends within translation studies. These texts provide valuable resources for students, educators, and professionals seeking a deeper understanding of the discipline.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"introducing-translation-studies-by-jeremy-munday-9780367370510","title":"Introducing Translation Studies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntroducing Translation Studies\u003c\/em\u003e remains the definitive guide to the theories and concepts that make up the field of translation studies. Providing an accessible and up-to-date overview, it has long been the essential textbook on courses worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis fifth edition has been fully revised and continues to provide a balanced and detailed guide to the theoretical landscape. Each theory is applied to a wide range of languages, including Bengali, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Punjabi, Portuguese, and Spanish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA broad spectrum of texts is analysed, including the Bible, Buddhist sutras, \u003cem\u003eBeowulf\u003c\/em\u003e, the fiction of Proust and the theatre of Shakespeare, European Union and UNESCO documents, a range of contemporary films, a travel brochure, a children's cookery book, and the translations of \u003cem\u003eHarry Potter\u003c\/em\u003e. Each chapter comprises an introduction outlining the translation theory or theories, illustrative texts with translations, case studies, a chapter summary, and discussion points and exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew features in this fifth edition include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNew material to keep up with developments in research and practice; this includes the sociology of translation chapter, where a new case study employs a Bourdieusian approach; there is also newly structured discussion on translation in the digital age, and audiovisual and machine translation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRevised discussion points and updated figures and tables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNew in-chapter activities with links in the enhanced ebook to online materials and articles to encourage independent research.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn extensive updated companion website with video introductions and journal articles to accompany each chapter, online exercises, an interactive timeline, weblinks, and PowerPoint slides for teacher support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a practical, user-friendly textbook ideal for students and researchers on courses in translation and translation studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47606297624812,"sku":"9780367370510","price":93.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/c01c92ad7723f6ac6bbc61d4bd8eb7de.jpg?v=1778192912"},{"product_id":"introducing-translation-studies-by-jeremy-munday-9780367370527","title":"Introducing Translation Studies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntroducing Translation Studies\u003c\/em\u003e remains the definitive guide to the theories and concepts that make up the field of translation studies. 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