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Introduction to Chinese-English Translation
Written in collaboration with Zinan Ye, a colleague at the Monterey Institute of International Studies, Introduction to Chinese-English Translation covers all of the necessary tools to improve translation skills and discusses the principles of translation between these two languages. This is the first book of its kind to be published in the United States providing a comprehensive, hands-on guide for experienced translators as well as students entering the field.
The book begins with a discussion of the primary issues in the field of translation, while introducing ten essential skills together with practical examples. The following chapters address specific grammatical and language style concepts like metaphors, idioms, and text analysis. Translation strategies are analyzed and discussed in detail with six practice texts and sample translations.
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