Master Latin with a practical, inductive method that builds skill through reading, repetition, and clear explanations.
First Book in Latin introduces grammar, exercises, and vocabularies in a guided, student‑friendly sequence. It emphasizes constant practice and gradual mastery, aiming to prepare learners to read simple Latin texts with confidence.
Designed for beginners, this edition integrates grammar with ready-made reading lessons and vocabulary, so students can progress without needing additional books. It’s praised for its systematic structure and its focus on long‑lasting understanding rather than quick memorization.
- Inductive approach that pairs practice with theory for steady retention
- Early focus on quantity and pronunciation, with careful marking of syllables
- Extensive exercises and vocabularies to reinforce key points
- Clear path toward reading Caesar or Virgil in later study
Ideal for students starting Latin and for teachers seeking a solid foundational text.
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.