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Translating Past to Present: Interpreters in the American West and Beyond
Beyond: Translating Past to Present is a collection examining interpreters and the history of interpretation in the American West. It considers how interpreters conveyed meaning across languages and cultures, and how historical interpretation is shaped by subjectivity and the choices historians make.
At a glance
- Explores interpretation and translation across the American West and beyond.
- Discusses interpreters' roles in conveying meaning between people speaking different languages and in cultural exchange.
- Examines the limited historical record and the influence of interpretation and historians' choices on how events are represented.
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Pros
- Offers a focused historical perspective on interpreters, a subject described as underrepresented in scholarship on the American West.
- Connects historical practices with questions about transparency and subjectivity in interpretation.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | University of Nebraska Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | October 1, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 296 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1496243412 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1496243416 |
| Dimensions | 6 x 0.8 x 9 inches |
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| Weight listed | 1.25 pounds |
What to know before buying
- The description presents this as a collection, but does not specify its contributors, chapter list, binding or edition. Check the selected format and contents if those details matter.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers researching interpreters, translation and cultural exchange in the history of the American West.
- Students and readers interested in historiography and how historical accounts represent interpreted messages.
Less suited to
- Readers looking primarily for a practical language-learning or interpreter-training manual.
Frequently asked questions
What is Translating Past to Present about?
It examines the historical role of interpreters and interpretation in the American West, including cultural exchange and the subjectivity involved in representing interpreted messages.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 296 pages.
What language is the book in?
The listed language is English.
Who publishes this book?
The listing names University of Nebraska Press as the publisher.
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