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I have so far only read the (extensive) introductory material, but even this has already proven brilliant and valuable. Alter constructs a conscious philosophy of translation that communicates not only the factual content of the Hebrew text, but also its beauty and literary flow. I look forward to experiencing Genesis through this unique, literary lens of translation.

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I took a very extended break from this book… and didn’t miss a thing. He’s still just using ugly, coarse, and boring language to whine about everything under the sun, all while advancing a non-plot that appears to be going nowhere. This book is the literary incarnation of individualism, apathy, and depression. Not the biggest fan so far, if you couldn’t tell.