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First time in paperback: “One of the most ambitious literary projects of this or any age.”—Adam Kirsch, New Republic

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"A master translator of Hebrew poetry." -- Jon Meacham "Masterfully translated." -- John Timpane "Magnificent: This translation is superb [and] the commentary is rich in linguistic, historical, and literary insights that immeasurably enrich the reading of these texts."

The Wisdom Books Job Proverbs and Ecclesiastes A

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      Publisher WW Norton & Co
      Published 28 October 2011
      ISBN-13 9780393340532
      978-0393340532
      ISBN-10 0393340538
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      Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts Old Testaments

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      First time in paperback: “One of the most ambitious literary projects of this or any age.”—Adam Kirsch, New Republic

      Trade Review
      "A master translator of Hebrew poetry." -- Jon Meacham "Masterfully translated." -- John Timpane "Magnificent: This translation is superb [and] the commentary is rich in linguistic, historical, and literary insights that immeasurably enrich the reading of these texts."

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