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Dutch term or phrase:overzichtswerk
Hi all,
I am looking for the right English term for 'overzichtswerk' in the context of a non-fiction book. IOW, it is used to describe an informative book about a certain spirit (just for for sake of an example - say whisky).
Here is some context, just to hone on the issue: In this 'overzichtswerk', the authors, xxx and yyy, have provided us with a history of ....recipes, tips for good bars, etc.
Is the term 'retrospective' book a proper term???
PS: the book was written by Belgian authors (I am only the translator).
Yes, like many others I am stuck in a state of permanent irony, oscillating between banter and satire, but which on bad days can shift towards mild or even severe sarcasm. I'm thinking of setting up a self-help group, anybody interested?
I am just kidding, my entry below is an ironic hint at the 'native English speakers active in this pair as translators and pretending' this was a Non-Pro question.
This means "you could have answered it with your eyes closed, your hands tied behind your back, and your brain switched to 4% activity." :-)
I don't think this is a Non-Pro question and I do think that you selected the correct category, that is Pro.
It just that other colleagues turned it into a Non-Pro question.
You have handled all this extremely well. And I do appreciate your kindness.
Barend, I am rarely active on ProZ so I was not aware that there is a difference between a Pro and Non-Pro question. Sorry if I chose the wrong category. In any case, I have too much work right to be part of the discussion. Thanks again everyone!
Thank you all for the lively discussion. I selected compendium, but in another place in the book, I used comprehensive guide. So Kitty really deserves 8 points!
I still don't understand where you get 'global' or 'comprehensive' from Barend. A simple 'Guide' seems like the best option for the non-intellectuals at whom such a book is aimed tbh, not many will even know what a 'compendium' is.
Since we have no context Barend, I've no idea if 'encyclopedia' is right or not. It might well be 'My Big Book of Whisky' or 'A Potted History of Whisky' or 'Whisky-lovers Almanac' or 'Tracing the Origins of Whisky' or 'The Alcoholics' Guide to Distilled Beer' for all we know.
So you would go for "encyclopedia" in this context:
I am looking for the right English term for 'overzichtswerk' in the context of a non-fiction book. IOW, it is used to describe an informative book about a certain spirit (just for for sake of an example - say whisky).
Here is some context, just to hone on the issue: In this 'overzichtswerk', the authors, xxx and yyy, have provided us with a history of ....recipes, tips for good bars, etc.
Naast algemene encyclopedieën bestaan er thematische encyclopedieën, bijvoorbeeld op het gebied van de film, gezondheidszorg, kunst, popmuziek, planten, dieren, geschiedenis, wijn, auto's of landen. Bovendien bestaan er encyclopedieën voor bepaalde doelgroepen zoals de Encyclopedie voor de jeugd.
Why does Scotch whisky taste like it does? Where do the flavors come from? How might they have changed over the years? (...) The flavor of Scotch whisky is as much influenced by history, craft, and tradition as it is by science. (...) Whiskypedia explores these influences. For the first time, the flavor and character of every malt whisky distilled in Scotland is explored with reference to how it is made. Introductory sections provide an historical overview, an examination of regional differences, and an explanation of the contribution made by each stage of the production process. This compendium is a comprehensive guide to all the distilleries in Scotland (both malt and grain). Each entry provides a brief account of the distillery’s history and curiosities, lists the bottlings which are currently available, details how the whisky is made, and explores the flavor and character of each make. http://www.amazon.com/Whiskypedia-Compendium-Scottish-Charle...
An encyclopedia or encyclopaedia (also spelled encyclopædia, see spelling differences) is a type of reference work or compendium holding a comprehensive summary of information from either all branches of knowledge or a particular branch of knowledge (cars, horses, wine, whisky, you name it).
Encyclopedias are divided into articles or entries, which are usually accessed alphabetically by article name. Encyclopedia entries are longer and more detailed than those in most dictionaries. Generally speaking, unlike dictionary entries, which focus on linguistic information about words, encyclopedia articles focus on factual information concerning the subject for which the article is named.
I recently inherited my wife's mum's Encyclopædia Britannica (formerly kept in her loft), which now has a nice little bookcase all of its own here in my office. What with all this immediately available online data these days, it's sometimes nice to leaf through one on a lazy Sunday, nice and slow. it takes a while to get used to the fact that there are no hyperlinks and there is nothing to click on, leading to yet another micro distraction, … but I think this is a good thing. it soothes the nerves.
With its short thick head, long ears, thin limbs, small narrow hooves, and short mane, the mule shares characteristics of a donkey. In height and body, shape of neck and rump, uniformity of coat, and teeth, it appears horse-like. The mule comes in all sizes, shapes and conformations. There are mules that resemble huge draft horses, sturdy quarter horses, fine-boned racing horses, shaggy ponies and more.
The mule is a renowned example of hybrid vigor. Charles Darwin wrote: "The mule always appears to me a most surprising animal. That a hybrid should possess more reason, memory, obstinacy, social affection, powers of muscular endurance, and length of life, than either of its parents, seems to indicate that art has here outdone nature."
The mule inherits from its sire the traits of intelligence, sure-footedness, toughness, endurance, disposition, and natural cautiousness. From its dam it inherits speed, conformation, and agility.
Mules exhibit a higher cognitive intelligence than their parent species. This is also believed to be the result of hybrid vigor, similar to how mules acquire greater height and endurance than either parent
this one's soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo easy I could answer it with my eyes closed, my hands tied behind my back, and my brain switched to 4% activity
It's a Non-Pro question, Verginia. At least, this is what a number of native English speakers pretend here.
No need to rack your brains about it.
Any native English speaker active in this pair as a translator would dream up a translation for this miserable Dutch word of 'overzichtswerk' within seconds. Whatever the context.
IMHO, I would add "retrospective" to compendium/history and review
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a global history
Explanation: I don't know whether this is "the right English term" but perhaps an option.
Whiskey (example)
A Global History
A Manhattan or a Sazerac; neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of soda—no matter how it’s served up, whiskey is synonymous with the poet’s inspiration and the devil’s spirit. Be it bourbon, rye, corn, Irish, or Scotch, whiskey has an infamous and celebrated history from a sometimes lethal, herb-infused concoction to a high-quality, meticulously crafted liquor.
In Whiskey, Kevin R. Kosardelivers an informative, concise narrative of the drink’s history, from its obscure medieval origins to the globally traded product that it is today. Focusing on three nations—Scotland, Ireland, and America—Kosarcharts how the technique of distillation moved from ancient Egypt to the British Isles. Contrary to popular claims, there were no good old days of whiskey: before the twentieth century, consumers could never be sure just what was being poured in their cup—unscrupulous profiteers could distill anything into booze and pawn it off as whiskey. Eventually, government and industry established legal definitions of what whiskey is and how it could be made, allowing for the distinctive styles of whiskey known today.
Whiskey explains what whiskey is, how it is made, and how the types of whiskey differ. With a list of suggested brands and classic cocktail recipes for the thirsty reader, this book is perfect for drink and food enthusiasts and history lovers alike.
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