Translation in Systems: Descriptive and System-oriented Approaches Explained - Theo Hermans

Translation in Systems: Descriptive and System-oriented Approaches Explained by Theo Hermans, a fundamental text for students and researchers in Translation Studies. This classic book is a must-have for anyone studying or interested in the field's shift from prescriptive to descriptive models since the 1970s. Hermans, a key figure in the "Manipulation School," critically explains system-oriented concepts like norms, polysystems (Even-Zohar), equivalence, and social systems, covering influential scholars such as Toury, Lefevere, and Lambert. It's an indispensable resource that breaks down complex ideas and methodologies. Perfect for University Students (undergraduate or postgraduate) in Translation, Linguistics, Comparative Literature, or Cultural Studies. Get a head start on your Dissertation or coursework with this seminal text! The book is the 1999 edition published by St Jerome Publishing. Grab this core academic resource for a great price and take your understanding of translating to the next level.