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Guide to the Choice of Classical Books (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Joseph Bickersteth Mayor

 
9780656633982: Guide to the Choice of Classical Books (Classic Reprint)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0656633980 ISBN 13: 9780656633982
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Find the right classical texts with practical guidance for study and exams.

Guide to the Choice of Classical Books provides a clear, student‑friendly map of editions, texts, and notes that best support learning Greek and Latin authors. It emphasizes modern, reliable editions and English notes, helping readers choose editions suitable for school and college work.

Whether you’re selecting texts for self‑study, coursework, or exam review, this edition explains when translations are useful, how to read complex authors, and which editors offer trustworthy commentary. It’s a practical resource built from years of teaching experience.

  • Discover which editions are most useful for different levels and purposes
  • Understand the role of translations in learning, and when they are appropriate
  • Learn how introductions, notes, and lexicons can aid comprehension
  • Get guidance on reading strategies to grasp long works and difficult passages

Ideal for students, teachers, and anyone building a solid foundation in classical literature.

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Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication date
2018
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0656633980
ISBN 13 
9780656633982
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
93