Critical Readings in Translation StudiesMona Baker

Critical Readings in Translation Studies is a carefully structured and forward-looking collection of readings that offers a comprehensive overview of contemporary thinking in translation, both within and beyond the field of translation studies. Designed with students in mind, this reader:

• Covers all major forms of translation, including oral, written, literary, non-literary, scientific, religious, audiovisual, and machine translation.

• Follows a thematic organization, addressing topics such as the politics and dynamics of representation, the role of translators and interpreters in institutional contexts, minority and cultural survival, and the influence of new media and technology.

• Explores diverse conceptual approaches to translation, spanning textual, philosophical, cultural, and political perspectives.

• Features a mix of established and innovative scholarship, including work from renowned academics, emerging voices, scholars from related disciplines, and contributions from the non-Western world.

Edited by Mona Baker, the volume provides extensive editorial support, including a general introduction, detailed critical summaries for each reading, discussion questions, and suggestions for further reading. This makes it an indispensable resource for all students of translation studies.