Public Service Interpreting: The First Steps (Palgrave Studies in Translating and Interpreting)

Public Service Interpreting: The First Steps (Palgrave Studies in Translating and Interpreting)

by A. Corsellis (Author)

Synopsis

Public Service Interpreting is a field of central interest to those involved in ensuring access to public services. This book provides an overview of current issues through a multi-faceted approach, situating the work of public service interpreters in the broader context of public service practice.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 198
Edition: 2008
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 20 Nov 2008

ISBN 10: 1403937990
ISBN 13: 9781403937995

Media Reviews

'This book represents a valuable addition to the growing literature available to the student of interpreting. It also constitutes a useful encapsulation of the salient issues for the profession, and practitioners will benefit from its comprehensive nature and practical suggestions.' Interpreting

Author Bio
ANN CORSELLIS is currently Vice Chairman of Council of the Chartered Institute of Linguists. She co-ordinated projects for the development of training, assessment and good practice of public service interpreters in the UK and is participating in a fifth EU project. She has extensive experience of the health service, as well as of the courts.