Language into language : cultural, legal and linguistic issues for interpreters and translators /

"Historical, legal, ethical, and economic issues are addressed in depth, as well as common challenges that arise in courtrooms and in the work of social service agencies. Readers will find current information on educating themselves as translators and interpreters and finding employment. This t...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Sibirsky, Saúl, 1933-
Other Authors: Taylor, Martín C., 1932-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., [2010]
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Table of Contents:
  • Acknowledgments
  • A note from the authors
  • Preface
  • Part I. Legal, professional, ethical, educational, and economic issues: 1. Introduction
  • 2. Historical perspectives from the new world
  • 3. Language and the legal systems
  • 4. Need for adequate interpretation and translation
  • 5. Professional standards
  • 6. Professional qualifications
  • 7. Training, testing, and certification
  • 8. Economics, jobs, salaries
  • Part II. Interpretation and translation in cultural, legal, and linguistic contexts: 9. Comparing interpretation and translation
  • 10. Decoding and encoding multidimensional language
  • 11. Modes of interpretation and translation
  • 12. Verbal and nonverbal equivalencies in the courtroom
  • 13. Settings and procedures in legal and social venues
  • 14. Playacting and power relationships in the courtroom
  • 15. Implications of bilingualism
  • 16. Cultures and languages in play
  • Chapter notes
  • Author and works cited
  • Suggested readings
  • Index.