Lectures Introductory to a History of the Latin Language and Literature

John Wordsworth

ISBN 10: 1330524969 / ISBN 13: 9781330524961

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Print on Demand. This fascinating study presents a comprehensive historical overview of Latin literature and language, from its earliest origins in the Bronze Age to the hallowed period of the Roman Empire. The author delves into the depths of Latin's linguistic evolution, tracing its roots to ancient Indo-European tongues. Beyond mere linguistics, this book explores the rich cultural tapestry of Rome, examining how the language and literature of this ancient civilization shaped its politics, philosophy, and everyday life. Delving into the works of illustrious Roman authors, such as Cicero and Virgil, the author analyzes their unique styles, philosophies, and influence on Western literature. This insightful and accessible book not only provides a comprehensive survey of Latin literature but also offers valuable insights into the cultural heritage of one of history's most influential civilizations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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• Titolo: Lectures Introductory to a History of the Latin Language and Literature
• Editore: Forgotten Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2017
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1330524969
• ISBN 13: 9781330524961
• Rilegatura: Paperback
• Condizione: New
• Tipo di libro: print-on-demand item
• Cataloghi dei venditori:
  • Ancient Roman History

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Excerpt from Lectures Introductory to a History of the Latin Language and Literature

The following Lectures are part of a Course which I 'have nearly completed, on the Literature of Rome in the pre-augustan Age. Only one of these, however, has been actually delivered, namely, that on the Elementary Age; and it has, now been subjected to considerable revision. I have not had time to do the same for the rest. Should leisure and opportunity he allowed me, I shall hope to continue and enlarge the work that I have begun, of which I now offer this to.

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.