The Rise of Conference Interpreting in China: Insiders' Accounts

Professor Zhang and Professor Moratto's landmark project explores the history of conference interpreting in China after the late 1970s, highlighting key cooperative projects and domestic efforts. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students.

Format: Hardback
Length: 166 pages
Publication date: 03 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In this groundbreaking project, Professor Zhang and Professor Moratto meticulously unravel the intricate history of how conference interpreting emerged as a profession in China following the late 1970s reform and opening up. Through extensive interviews with the pioneering individuals who played a crucial role in establishing communication between Chinese and English (and French) during the early stages of developing conference interpreting capabilities, the authors shed light on the international programs and collaborations that played a pivotal role in bringing this transformation about. While paying homage to the earliest interpreters who graced the stage, translating for the esteemed first-generation CPC leaders such as Mao Zedong, Zhou Enlai, and Deng Xiaoping, the authors trace the significant cooperative projects between Chinese ministries and both the United Nations and European Union. Additionally, they explore China's domestic endeavors, which have evolved into the well-established formal programs offered at prominent universities today. This comprehensive resource is a must-have for scholars and students delving into the realm of conference interpreting in China, complementing its sister volume, Conference Interpreting in China: Practice, Training, and Research.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032413396