Contents

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. Contents vii
3. Autobiographical Prelude ix
4. Chapter 1. The Eclipse of Bible Translation 1
5. Chapter 2. Syntax 27
6. Chapter 3. Word Choice 45
7. Chapter 4. Sound Play and Word Play 65
8. Chapter 5. Rhythm 82
9. Chapter 6. The Language of Dialogue 103
10. Suggested Readings 123
11. Index 125
12. A Note on the Type 129