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Synopsis
This reference work provides information abut the men and women involved in producing English language translations of the Bible, or some portion of it. Arranged alphabetically by surname, each of the 346 entries includes the years of the translator's birth and death, place of birth, education, occupation, and literary achievements, as well as notes on the various editions, samples of the translation, and other relevant facts. In cases where translations were done by committee, the chair and project initiators are discussed. Important anonymous translations are also included. Paul is chief editor of Bible Editions and Versions: The Journal of the International Society of Bible Collectors. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR