Description
Explore the captivating world of ancient Rome with By Roman Hands, a unique Latin language resource that transcends traditional textbooks. This brand new edition, published in 2012 by Hackett Publishing, introduces beginning and intermediate students to Latin through authentic inscriptions and graffiti, making the language accessible and engaging. With ISBN 9781585104024, By Roman Hands presents carefully curated texts that include a diverse range of historical examples, from a heartfelt love letter inscribed hastily on a Pompeian wall to the grand proclamations of emperors on monumental arches. These genuine artifacts provide a fascinating glimpse into the everyday lives, thoughts, and culture of the Romans, while simultaneously reinforcing foundational Latin language skills. Perfect for students using Susan Shelmerdine's Introduction to Latin or any standard Latin curriculum, this edition features more texts and illustrations, along with an additional section dedicated to practice and review. Whether you're a student or a Latin enthusiast, By Roman Hands will enhance your appreciation for the intricacies of Latin and its rich historical context. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781585104024
Year: 2012
Publisher: Hackett Publishing
Description:
By Roman Hands takes Latin out of the textbook and allows students to see and translate Latin as it actually appeared on Roman monuments, walls and tombs. The first collection of entirely authentic and un-adapted inscriptions and graffiti accessible to beginning and intermediate students of Latin, By Roman Hands unites the study of language and culture in a novel and compelling way and at a level that the Latin can be grasped and discussed by early Latin learners. Ranging from a love letter hastily scratched on a Pompeian wall to the proclamation of an emperor’s achievements formally inscribed on a monumental arch, these carefully selected texts afford fascinating glimpses into the lives and minds of the Romans, even as they illustrate and reinforce the basic elements of the Latin language.This edition, revised to work in parallel with the second edition of Susan Shelmerdine' s Introduction to Latinor any standard beginning Latin text, includes more texts and illustrations, and an additional section of inscriptions for practice and review.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781585104024
Year: 2012
Publisher: Hackett Publishing
Description:
By Roman Hands takes Latin out of the textbook and allows students to see and translate Latin as it actually appeared on Roman monuments, walls and tombs. The first collection of entirely authentic and un-adapted inscriptions and graffiti accessible to beginning and intermediate students of Latin, By Roman Hands unites the study of language and culture in a novel and compelling way and at a level that the Latin can be grasped and discussed by early Latin learners. Ranging from a love letter hastily scratched on a Pompeian wall to the proclamation of an emperor’s achievements formally inscribed on a monumental arch, these carefully selected texts afford fascinating glimpses into the lives and minds of the Romans, even as they illustrate and reinforce the basic elements of the Latin language.This edition, revised to work in parallel with the second edition of Susan Shelmerdine' s Introduction to Latinor any standard beginning Latin text, includes more texts and illustrations, and an additional section of inscriptions for practice and review.