Latin Prose Exercises Based Upon Livy, Book XXI (Classic Reprint): And Selections for Translation Into Latin, With Parallel Passages From Livy - Couverture souple

Livy, Livy Elizabeth

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ISBN 10 : 1334232326 ISBN 13 : 9781334232329

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Sharpen your Latin with authentic Livy passages and guided translation practice. This edition offers structured exercises drawn from Livy Book XXI, paired with parallel passages to help you compare Latin and English and build real reading fluency.

Designed for students of Latin, this book combines hands‑on translation work with notes on idioms, syntax, and the periodic style Livy is famous for. It guides you through the most famous episodes, explaining how to render tricky phrases, manage subordinate clauses, and capture the rhythm of classical prose. Each section includes practical tips, glosses, and references to familiar translation strategies so you can progress with confidence.

Key features help you study efficiently and accurately:

• Patterned practice using Livy’s narratives and parallel passages to reinforce structure and meaning


• Notes on idioms, tense and mood, and common Latin‑to‑English translation challenges


• Guidance on composing smooth, idiomatic Latin with attention to rhythm and emphasis


• Step‑by‑step translation guidance that builds skills without spoilers or unnecessary digressions

Ideal for readers preparing for exams or seeking to deepen their command of classical Latin prose.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1334232326
• ISBN 13: 9781334232329
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 72
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