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The Routledge Handbook of Language and Intercultural Communication constitutes a comprehensive introduction to the multidisciplinary field of intercultural communication, with a particular emphasis on the language dimension, and draws on the expertise of leading scholars from diverse backgrounds.

The Routledge Handbook of World Englishes constitutes a comprehensive introduction to the study of world Englishes drawing on the expertise of leading authors within the field.

The Routledge Handbook of Translation Studies provides a comprehensive, state-of-the-art account of the complex field of translation studies.

The flagship title in the Routledge Handbooks in Applied Linguistics series, this volume serves as an introduction and reference point to the key areas in the dynamic evolvingfield of applied linguistics.

The Routledge Handbook of Interpreting provides a comprehensive survey of the field of interpreting for a global readership. The handbook includes an introduction and twenty-seven chapters by contributors who are experts involved in the interpreting profession and leading academics in their area.The four sections cover: The history and evolution of interpreting; The core areas of the field from conference interpreting to transcription, and interpreting in conflict zones and voiceover; Current issues and debates, from ethics and the role of the interpreter to the impact of globalization; A look to the future. Suggestions for further reading are provided with every chapter. The Routledge Handbook of Interpreting is an essential purchase for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students of interpreting studies. Professionals working in interpreting or those looking to work in the field will also find this book invaluable.

The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics serves as an introduction and reference point to key areas in the field of applied linguistics. The five sections of the volume encompass a wide range of topics from a variety of perspectives: Applied linguistics in action Language learning, language education Language, culture and identity Perspectives on language in use Descriptions of language for applied linguistics The 47 chapters connect knowledge about language to decision-making in the real world. The volume as a whole highlights the role of applied linguistics, which is to make insights drawn from language study relevant to such decision-making. The chapters are written by specialists from around the world. Each one provides an overview of the history of the topic, the main current issues and possible future trajectory. Where appropriate, authors discuss the impact and use of new technology in the area. Suggestions for further reading are provided with every chapter. The Routledge Handbook of Applied Linguistics is an essential purchase for postgraduate students of applied linguistics.