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A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases
A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases
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  • The leading guide to all the most interesting Latin words and phrases

 
A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases is a handy reference for all kinds of writing, as well as an absorbing collection of phrases, mottoes, proverbs and sayings. This new dictionary offers a fresh look at a language which has retained its influence and colour. 

Thematic index
A comprehensive index will take you to all the words and phrases relating to a particular subject, covering everything from ambition, beauty, and courage to war and wisdom. 

More than just words and phrases
Along with clear translations and pronunciation guidance, sources from literature and history are annotated with fascinating descriptions and explanations that place the phrases in context. 

Mottoes of countries and famous people and institutions
The American dollar, Henry VIII, Oxford University and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer are just a few of the inspiring and sometimes ironic mottoes. 

Proverbs
Familiar and amusing proverbs are included and easily found in a separate index. 

Includes literary examples
An A-Z listing of all Latin authors cited includes outlines of their lives and works.

About the author: 

Edited by The late James Morwood, Fellow of Wadham College and Grocyn Lecturer for the Literae Humaniores Faculty, University of Oxford

What should go into such a work nowadays is hard to assess and M. seems to have got it about right. I have been keeping an eye open over the last few months for Latin tags, and those in what may be reckoned current use he has identified. - Roland Mayer, The Classical Review Vol.XLIX No.2

Product details

ISBN : 9780198601098

Author: 
The late James Morwood
Pages
244 Pages
Format
Paperback
Size
130 x 196 mm
Pub date
Mar 1998
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A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases

A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases

A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases