Medical Interpreting and Cross-Cultural Communication

By Claudia V. Angelelli

Book Overview

Claudia Angelelli explores the role of medical interpreters, drawing on data from over 300 medical encounters as well as interviews with the interpreters. Bringing together literature from social theory, social psychology, and linguistic anthropology, this book will appeal to anyone concerned with the intricacies of medical interpreting, particularly researchers, communication specialists, policy makers, and practitioners.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521066778
• ISBN13: 9780521066778
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"