Becoming a Translator

<p>Fusing theory with advice and information about the practicalities of translating <i>Becoming a Translator </i>is the essential resource for novice and practicing translators. The book explains how the market works helps translators learn how to translate faster and more accurately as well as providing invaluable advice and tips about how to deal with potential problems such as stress.</p><p>The fourth edition has been revised and updated throughout offering:</p><ul> <p> </p> <li>a whole new chapter on multimedia translation with a discussion of the move from intersemiotic translation to audiovisual translation media access and accessibility studies</li> <p> </p> <li>new sections on cognitive translation studies translation technology online translator communities crowd-sourced translation and online ethnography</li> <p> </p> <li>tweetstorms capturing the best advice from top industry professionals on Twitter</li> <p> </p> <li>student voices especially from Greater China</li> </ul><p>Including suggestions for discussion activities and hints for the teaching of translation and drawing on detailed advice from top translation professionals the fourth edition of <i>Becoming a Translator </i>remains invaluable for students and teachers of Translation Studies as well as those working in the field of translation.</p>