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Teach Yourself Latin Gavin Betts

Teach Yourself Latin By Gavin Betts

Teach Yourself Latin by Gavin Betts


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Summary

Presents a comprehensive introduction of original Latin at an early level, suitable to beginners and those with some previous knowledge of the language. This book contains a comprehensive section on the pronunciation of Latin and a glossary of grammatical terms which gives explanations of all the terms used in the book.

Teach Yourself Latin Summary

Teach Yourself Latin by Gavin Betts

This is a comprehensive introduction, equally well suited to beginners and those with some previous knowledge of the language. The clearly structured course introduces original Latin at an early level. In each of the 31 units, an explanation of new grammar is followed by Latin sentences and passages. Where appropriate, a third section either introduces you to a topic of interest for Latin studies or gives you additional reading from some of the greatest Roman authors. There is a comprehensive section on the pronunciation of Latin and a glossary of grammatical terms which gives full and clear explanations of all the terms used in the book. At the end of the book, you will find 17 pages of verb tables, a key to the reading exercises, a 42-page Latin-English vocabulary listing and finally, a grammar index to all the structures covered - all you need to give you a comprehensive knowledge of the language. This is the leader in self-learning with more than 300 titles, covering all subjects. Be where you want to be with Teach Yourself.

Teach Yourself Latin Reviews

An enjoyable, user-friendly guide -- The Good Book Guide 20040501 The idea is sound and as a tuition medium it works well. -- France Magazine 20041001

About Gavin Betts

Gavin Betts was formerly Professor of Latin at Monash University, Victoria, Australia. He is now retired and devotes his time to writing.

Table of Contents

Introduction - How to use this book; The pronunciation of Latin; Glossary of grammatical terms; Abbreviations Units 01 - 31 - Grammatical structures, Latin reading; Vocabulary; Extra reading; Appendices - Table of regular verbs; Table of mixed conjugation; Table of deponent verbs; Table of Irregular verbs; Classification of verbs with irregular principal parts; Numerals; Key to Latin reading exericses; Vocabulary; Index

Additional information

GOR001753832
9780340867037
0340867035
Teach Yourself Latin by Gavin Betts
Used - Very Good
Paperback
John Murray Press
20030627
400
N/A
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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