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Re: Reversible Translations and Ammo



Re: Reversible Translations and Ammo


Lex Kuhta Wrote:

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I was hoping kdlitwak could offer us the reference about what the
translators had attempted because I want to read more about it. It's a
hot topic at church right now and I want to learn more about the failure
to back-translate. I could use some good "ammo" on this one right about
now.  Thanks,  Lex.
>>>>>>>>>

For Reversible Translations:

David Crystal's, The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Language, Cambridge, 1987 
on Page 346, has a short discussion of back translation, with examples.  
This reference work is available at most local libraries. 

For Ammo: 

e.g., 7.62X39 or 9X19 

The best source is usually Shotgun News. Lots of good deals on Finnish 
Military Ball ammo right now. 

Other Ammo: 

I think the ammo you want is in several recent back issues of World 
Magazine. A very explicit expose of the Gelded Edition of the NIV is 
taking place in this publication. Contact them at wldmailbag@aol.com.

Clay Bartholomew
Three Tree Point