Introducing Cicero: A Latin Reader (Latin Texts) - Softcover

Scottish Classics Scottish Classics Group

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1853996378 ISBN 13: 9781853996375

Publisher: Bristol Classical Press (UK), 2002

Synopsis

This anthology is designed to meet the needs of Latin students today, acknowledging present constraints on their study-time. It adopts the authors' approach of their Ecce Romani" series. To enable students to read Latin reasonably quickly, generous assistance is given with vocabulary and explanatory notes placed next to the Latin text. The meaning of difficult sentences and phrases is usually explained by literal translation rather than complex grammatical explanation, though reference is frequently made to the authors' modern grammar book "The Latin Language". An 'overview' technique helps students unravel complex sentences. Extracts are drawn from Cicero's speeches, letters and philosophical writings, thus illustrating his mastery of styles. They are also chosen to provide an interesting contemporary view of a highly significant phase of Roman history, and linked by simple historical background notes. 'Points for Discussion' highlight stylistic features, showing how Cicero's thinking on moral and social issues remains relevant to modern times."

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About the Author

The Scottish Classics Group are authors of the Ecce Romani series including Ecce Aeneas and Ecce Scriptores Romani. Introducing Cicero is intended for use by both school and university students.

Edition details

• Publisher: Bristol Classical Press (UK)
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1853996378
• ISBN 13: 9781853996375
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 272