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 A Comment on the Volume Itself October 30, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
My rating and comment refer to the book itself, not to the translation or the contents.
This is a well made volume. The pages are flexible but not flimsy. The typeface is simple and easy to read, if a bit small. The dimensions are very comfortable; it's light, easy to hold in one hand. The cover, which is advertised as "turtleback," is a kind of vinyl; it's very flexible, not at all cheap looking, and has a smooth feel in hand. There is a ribbon sewed into the binding to use as a place-holder. The best feature of this Bible, though, is the binding; it's both sturdy and flexible. It's an all-around great volume
The translation is an updated version of one considered to be a standard French translation. Nothing to complain about, nothing to rave about. There's a nice concordance, a small glossary, and a map in the back.
For my purposes (a Christian who is learning French), I am completely satisfied with this purchase.
 Pleasently happy with item September 22, 2008
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Besides taking a little to long to get here, I love the bible. Its exactly what i wanted.
Ce livre est tres bien! January 2, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a book that I purchased for reading practice. I definitely like this bible but I'm looking for an easier version to read. This was a good purchase!
Very pleased with my purchase December 5, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Just wanted to mention that this Bible is the type that zips up. I like this. Others may not. Since it wasn't mentioned in the description, I wanted to make note of it.
 Great text for second language October 9, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
The review of 4 March 2003, by user sql3642, is the most accurate description of this product. Contrary to some of the other reviews this is NOT a revision of the LSG (Louis Segond) translation. This is a new translation altogether and is written in simpler and more direct French.
Useful features include a well written introduction explaining which original texts were used for the translation and a vocabulary section in the back for words that are not necessarily French or are not commonly used adopted words.
This translation is fantastic for an English speaking student of French. My only complaint is the lack of direct and accurate information about French translations in general. Even on the web site of the American Bible Society there isn't a truly authoritative guide to which publications of French bibles are which translation. Be careful; you may end up purchasing a translation you did not intend to.
Also, Amazon links from this bible to hardcover editions of different translations. Be wary.
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