Build a solid foundation in Latin with a practical, beginner-friendly course.
This complete first-year program combines an Outline of Latin Grammar with progressive reading and writing exercises, plus frequent sight-reading practice. It’s designed to move learners smoothly from basic forms to connected Latin prose, preparing them for Caesar and other classic authors.
This edition offers a clear, step-by-step path through key grammar, with carefully graded exercises and ready-to-use vocabularies. It emphasizes understanding and applying Latin syntax, not just memorizing forms, and includes direct practice in reading at sight to build fluency and confidence.
- An introductory grammar overview that aligns with practical Latin usage
- Progressive reading and writing exercises that steadily increase in difficulty
- Selected passages from Caesar to illustrate real Latin prose style
- Directions for reading at sight, along with helpful notes and vocabulary
Ideal for students beginning Latin study, teachers using the author’s Latin Series, and anyone seeking a thorough, hands-on introduction to Latin grammar and reading.Recommended for readers of Latin textbooks and courses that aim to teach both grammar and reading through practical, incremental practice.