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A Progressive Series of Inductive Lessons in Latin, Based on Material Drawn from Classical Sources, Especially from Caesar's Commentaries (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

John Tetlow

 
9781396465987: A Progressive Series of Inductive Lessons in Latin, Based on Material Drawn from Classical Sources, Especially from Caesar's Commentaries (Classic Reprint)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1396465987 ISBN 13: 9781396465987
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A progressive, inductive path into Latin that starts with real classical sources.

This instructional manual guides students from concrete examples to general rules, using material drawn from Caesar and Cicero to build reading skills and confidence. The approach emphasizes student discovery, practical practice, and gradual introduction to word formation and grammar.

The book explains how to use authentic Latin passages to learn by observation and inference, not just by memorizing rules. It balances teacher guidance with opportunities for learners to investigate language patterns, making Latin feel alive and relevant from the start. It also offers ready-made exercises, supplementary drills, and carefully designed translations that fit a classroom year-by-year progression.
  • Structured lesson sets focused on forms, constructions, and indicative vs. indirect discourse
  • Easy anecdotes from Cicero and passages describing Gauls and Germans, chosen for beginner friendly value
  • Notes on word formation and stems to support reading-at-sight development
  • Vocabularies and practical guidance for building Latin-English connections
Ideal for teachers and students seeking a clear, classroom-tested route into classical Latin through firsthand texts and guided discovery.

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Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication date
2018
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1396465987
ISBN 13 
9781396465987
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
358