A First Book in Latin: Containing Grammar, Exercises, and Vocabularies, on the Method of Constant Imitation and Repetition (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John M'clintock

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 026575822X ISBN 13: 9780265758229

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master Latin basics with a proven method of practice and repetition.

This beginner-friendly volume covers Latin grammar, exercises, and vocabulary all in one practical program. It emphasizes imitation and repetition to help learners internalize forms, syntax, and usage from the start.

The book presents a structured path for building reading confidence. It blends grammar with short reading practice and a ready reference vocabulary, all designed to support practical translation work. The approach centers on hearing, speaking, and writing Latin as a living habit, so students develop accuracy and rhythm early in their studies.
What you’ll experience

• A clear progression from essential noun and verb patterns to more complex forms
• Guided practice drawn from simple Latin sentences to reinforce grammar rules
• A vocabulary complemented by focused exercises to solidify usage
• A companion approach that integrates syntax and etymology for quick recall

What you’ll learn

• Core declensions and conjugations, plus practical reading methods
• How to form and manipulate Latin sentences using the method of imitation
• The relationship between form, meaning, and usage in everyday Latin

Ideal for students beginning Latin, teachers seeking a time-tested drill-method, and self-learners who want a compact, all-in-one primer with exercises, readings, and a built-in lexicon.
Ideal for readers of classic introductory Latin materials who value a hands-on, repeatable practice routine.

About this title

About the Author

John McClintock is a British national. He is a graduate of the University of Reading, the University of Oxford and the Ecole Nationale Superieure Agronomique (Montpellier, France). He has studied economics and agriculture. He has worked in Malawi, Ethiopia, Senegal and Sierra Leone. For four years, he worked for the European Commission in Poland on the accession of Poland to the European Union. He is an official of the European Commission, currently working in Brussels.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 026575822X
• ISBN 13: 9780265758229
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 438