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reia | 9 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +3 
 @Ava if you read fiction, check out Babel by R.F. Kuang. it’s a brilliant novel that explores precisely this concept of translation, and its nuances. 

https://a.co/d/aZ1BVXv
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Ava | 9 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 I don't often read fiction, but this looks interesting and has great reviews. Thank you for the recommendation.

Love this quote:

Traduttore, traditore: An act of translation is always an act of betrayal.
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HODLr | 9 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 I do not enjoy fiction much anymore. Mostly non-fiction, biography, instructional, gardening, beekeeping. This is my latest… https://image.nostr.build/a3ce4fd119c9ba5bfaac6f0052029db34b8fa6b86c15e6f453b1ff453d689ee4.jpg
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Ava | 9 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +2 
 A wise decision. Regarding the new book, how do you like it so far?
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HODLr | 9 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +2 
 Very much. Highly technical, repetitive, but generally thought-provoking. I will compose a synopsis later. It may be worth your time/energy.  I do so enjoy your #vanlife notes, so I know you’re hella busy with that outfit.
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Ava | 9 days ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 Wonderful. I look forward to reading your synopsis. I'm glad you are enjoying the content. And thank you. I am :)