Golden Library Books
In Translation
The most comprehensive collection of perspectives on translation to date, this anthology features essays by some of the world's most skillful writers and translators. Discussing the process and possibilities of their art, they cast translation as a fine balance between scholarly and creative expression. The volume provides students and professionals with much-needed guidance on technique and style, while affirming for all readers the cultural, political, and aesthetic relevance of translation. These essays focus on a diverse group of languages, including Japanese, Turkish, Arabic, and Hindi, as well as frequently encountered European languages, such as French, Spanish, Italian, German, Polish, and Russian. Contributors speak on craft, aesthetic choices, theoretical approaches, and the politics of global cultural exchange, touching on the concerns and challenges that currently affect translators working in an era of globalization. Responding to the growing popularity of translation programs, literature in translation, and the increasing need to cultivate versatile practitioners, this anthology serves as a definitive resource for those seeking a modern understanding of the craft.
Introduction to Healthcare for Spanish-Speaking Interpreters and Translators
This book is based on the very popular international publication (Crezee, 2013) and has been supplemented with Spanish glossaries. Just like the 2013 textbook, this practical resource will allow interpreters and translators to quickly read up on healthcare settings, familiarizing themselves with anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and frequently encountered conditions, diagnostic tests and treatment options. It is an exceptionally useful and easily accessible handbook, in particular for interpreters, translators, educators and other practitioners working between Spanish and English. A special chapter on the US insurance system adds even more value for those in the US. The extensive English-Spanish glossaries will be very useful to Spanish speaking practitioners, and may also be beneficial to those working with other Romance languages, as the Spanish terms may serve as a trigger to help identify cognates. Where terms are most commonly used in a particular part of the Spanish speaking world, an abbreviation has been added to indicate which country it may be found in. This helps ensure that terms reflect usage in different parts of the Americas, and also in Spain.
Word Formation and Transparency in Medical English
This volume consists of an introduction and eight chapters. The first four chapters focus on the choice of naming strategy and the consequences for the transparency of the resulting names in English. These chapters address the international pharmaceutical nomenclature, the terminology of psychiatry and of middle-ear surgery, and the use of neoclassical word formation. The following four chapters concentrate on the issues of translation and borrowing evolving from the choice of names in English. They address translation into Spanish, Slovak, Polish and Turkish.
Translator and Interpreter Profession
- ATA Presents Careers in Translation and Interpreting | American Translators AssociationThe American Translators Association's School Outreach Program invites you to a virtual presentation on careers in translation and interpreting. They explain what the day-to-day life of a translator or interpreter is like, what it takes to work professionally in languages, and what you can do now to prepare.
- A Day in the Life of a Translator or Interpreter | American Translators AssociationVideo created by ATA to show the world how translators and interpreters work.
- Interpreter Breaks Down How Real-Time Translation Works | WIREDConference interpreter Barry Slaughter Olsen explains what it's really like to be a professional interpreter. Barry goes behind the scenes of his vocation, breaking down the many real-life scenarios he faces on a day-to-day basis.
New Mexico Translator and Interpreter Resources
- New Mexico Center for Language Access (NMCLA)Information on the process of becoming credentialed to be a court interpreter in New Mexico. A program of the Administrative Office of the Courts, created with funding support from the State Justice Institute to ensure language access across the New Mexico justice system.
- New Mexico Translators & Interpreters AssociationNMTIA is a non-profit professional association dedicated to serving the needs of all language professionals in New Mexico. Includes resources and job opportunities.
- New Mexico Courts: Language Access ServicesIncludes information and forms for interpreters as well as jurors, judges, and those who wish to self-represent themselves in court.
National Translator and Interpreter Resources & Associations
- American Translators AssociationATA was established to advance the translation and interpreting professions and foster the professional development of its members. Members include translators, interpreters, teachers, project managers, web and software developers, language company owners, hospitals, universities, and government agencies. The website provides information about the ATA certification test, including test prep tips and practice exams.
- National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and TranslatorsNAJIT members include judiciary interpreters and translators, as well as conference, community and medical interpreters. The website provides information and further resources.
- National Center for State Courts: Study toolsThese resources have been designed to help you assess your readiness to be a court interpreter and find study tools and practice materials. It is not a comprehensive list of study resources.