The Everything Learning Latin Book: Read and Write This Classical Language and Apply It to Modern English Grammar, Usage, and Vocabulary

by Richard E Prior

Overview

Latin is a living, breathing language!

Many of the English words you use today, such as ad hoc, memorandum, et cetera, and habitat, are based on Latin roots. A basic understanding of Latin will vastly improve your English vocabulary and provide keys to understanding legal, medical, and scientific nomenclature.

The Everything® Learning Latin Book builds upon what you already know about English to teach you the basics of Latin grammar, usage, and vocabulary. Through step-by-step instruction, practical exercises, and cultural information, The Everything® Learning Latin Book will have you speaking like a Roman in no time.

Other features include:

• The history and evolution of the Latin language
• Extensive glossaries
• Exercises
• Pronunciation instruction

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781580628815
Publisher:	Adams Media
Publication date:	08/01/2003
Series:	Everything�
Pages:	320
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.82(d)