This is the fifth revised edition of the best-selling A Practical
Guide for Translators. It looks at the profession of translator on
the basis of developments over the last few years and encourages
both practitioners and buyers of translation services to view
translation as a highly-qualified, skilled profession and not just
a cost-led word mill. The book is intended principally for those
who have little or no practical experience of translation in a
commercial environment. It offers comprehensive advice on all
aspects relevant to the would-be translator and, whilst intended
mainly for those who wish to go freelance, it is also relevant to
the staff translator as a guide to organisation of work and time.
Advice is given on how to set up as a translator, from the purchase
of equipment to the acquisition of clients. The process of
translation is discussed from initial enquiry to delivery of the
finished product. Hints are given on how to assess requirements,
how to charge for work, how to research and use source material,
and how to present the finished product. Guidance is given on where
to obtain further advice and professional contacts. This revised
edition updates practices in the translation profession and
considers the impact of web-based translation offerings. Industry
and commerce rely heavily on the skills of the human translator and
his ability to make intellectual decisions that is, as yet, beyond
the capacity of computer-aided translation.
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