Description
Product ID: | 9780061997228 |
Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
Country of Manufacture: | US |
Title: | Wheelock's Latin, 7th Edition |
Authors: | Author: Frederic M. Wheelock, Richard A. LaFleur |
Page Count: | 608 |
Subjects: | Reference works, Reference works |
Description: | Theclassic Wheelock's Latin remains the most highly regarded andbestselling single-volume, introductory Latin textbook of its kind. Now in itsseventh edition, Wheelock's Latin retains its signature core ofauthentic Latin readings, taken not only from classical literature, drama, andpoetry, but also from inscriptions, artifacts, and even graffiti showingthe ancient Romans' everyday use of Latin: Latin as a living language. Withexpanded vocabulary sections, tightly retooled comprehension and discussionquestions, and vivid photos and illustrations, Wheelock's Latin 7th Edition isthe essential resource for students beginning their journey into the heart ofthe classical world. Generations of students have learned Latin with this classic introductory textbook that remains the most highly regarded and bestselling single-volume of its kind. Wheelock’s Latin 7th Edition retains its signature core of authentic Latin readings—curated from the works of Cicero, Vergil, and other major Roman authors of classical literature, drama, and poetry, as well as inscriptions, artifacts, and even authentic graffiti—that demonstrate the ancient Romans’ everyday use of Latin: Latin as a living language. With expanded English-Latin/Latin-English vocabulary sections, tightly retooled comprehension and discussion questions, self-tutorial exercises, translation tips, etymological aids, maps, and dozens of photos and illustrations that capture aspects of classical culture and mythology, Wheelock’s Latin 7th Edition is the essential resource for students beginning their journey into the heart of the classical world. |
Imprint Name: | Collins Reference |
Publisher Name: | HarperCollins Publishers Inc |
Country of Publication: | GB |
Publishing Date: | 2011-06-01 |