The Writing of Narrative Latin (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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- Title
- The Writing of Narrative Latin (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Benjamin W. Mitchell Phd
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0331975548
- ISBN 13
- 9780331975543
- Item weight
- 561 grams
Master Latin composition with an English‑driven approach that clarifies how Latin works in practice.
The Writing of Narrative Latin presents a clear, student‑friendly path to writing Latin, using Caesar’s Gallic War as the primary source. It emphasizes applying Latin syntax to English forms of speech, so learners can see how rules work in real writing rather than in theory. The book also uses a carefully chosen vocabulary to build ready, usable language for composition from the start.
Structured in three parts, the text guides beginners through essential sentence structure and idioms, then expands to longer, connected writing. It includes material for more advanced students and even a brief historical sketch to illustrate how Latin principles apply to narrative prose beyond Caesar. The edition also offers practical suggestions for teachers to tailor the pace and emphasis to their classroom needs.
- Grounded in Caesar’s work to illustrate core Latin syntax in English form
- Progress from short exercises to connected writing and broader idioms
- Additional sections for indirect discourse, verbs, and advanced constructions
- Guidance for teachers on pacing and scope across secondary and early college coursework
Ideal for students building a strong foundation in Latin composition and for teachers seeking a practical, vocabulary‑based method to reinforce grammar through writing.
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