Translation Ethics

Translation Ethics is a textbook that examines the ethical considerations in translation, covering topics such as the role of the translator, cultural sensitivity, and ethical dilemmas. It is written for students, researchers, and professional translators and offers an accessible examination of the key debates in the area.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 22 March 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Translation Ethics is a comprehensive textbook that delves into the realm of ethics for students, researchers, and professional translators. Authored by an experienced instructor, it offers an accessible examination of a diverse range of interrelated topic areas, seamlessly combining to form a cohesive and comprehensive guide. The textbook is rooted in a theoretical foundation built upon philosophy and moral theory, providing a clear framework for understanding ethical principles. It outlines the major contributions in the field and traces the evolution of ethical thought, from absolutism to relativism, or from firmly argued textual viewpoints to contemporary lines of thought that place the translator as an active agent and a proactive mediator.

In the context of professional translation, the textbook critically examines the role of ethical inquiry, critiquing existing provisions such as codes of ethics. Each chapter includes key discussion points, suggested topics for essays, presentations, or in-class debates, accompanied by a wealth of contextualized examples and case studies. Furthermore, the textbook offers additional resources, including videos, weblinks, online activities, and PowerPoint slide presentations, accessible through the Routledge Translation Studies portal, providing valuable supplementary pedagogical support.

Designed with a broad audience in mind, Translation Ethics is an essential textbook for a wide range of courses, including distance-learning programs, spanning from translation and interpreting ethics to translation theory and practice. It serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of ethical considerations in the translation profession and promotes critical thinking and ethical decision-making in this field.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 234 x 157 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367708528