Prose Extracts For Translation Into English And Latin, With General And Special Prefaces (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

J. E. Nixon

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1332030084 ISBN 13 : 9781332030088

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A scholarly anthology of English and Latin prose extracts, with guiding prefaces and lecture insights. It offers a broad look at classic and historical writing, ideal for study and translation practice.

This collection presents excerpts from celebrated authors and ancient texts, paired with English-language parallels. It blends philosophical musings, historical narrative, and rhetorical analysis to illuminate style, argument, and translation challenges. The included prefaces and lecturer commentary frame the material for classroom use and independent study.

- Broad range of authors and eras, including Tacitus, Livy, and Gibbon, with parallel passages in English.
- Illustrative notes, introductions, and lectures that highlight rhetorical technique and translation choices.
- A practical resource for students learning Latin-to-English translation and for readers of classical prose.
- Structured for easy scanning and quick reference, with selections organized to show style and argument.

Ideal for readers of classics, students of rhetoric, and anyone building translation skills.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: latin
• ISBN 10: 1332030084
• ISBN 13: 9781332030088
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 252
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