In literary translation, language has more than a communicative, or social and connective purpose. The word functions as the âprimary elementâ of literatureâthat is, it has an aesthetic function.
As of 1999, there had been at least 2,300 versions of the Barbie doll.
Here is a picture of the first Barbie: In 1960, Ken, Barbie's boyfriend, was created. He got his name from the Handler's son. In 1963, Midge, Barbie's best friend was created, and in 1964, Barbie's sister, Skipper, was created. In 1967, Barbie got a new, more youthful look. 1977 started the Modern Barbie Era.