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Quid Pro Quo
What the Romans Really Gave the English Language
Series: Classic Civilisations
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Quid Pro Quo
A surprising, witty and entertaining journey through the Latin roots of the English language, by the bestselling author of Veni Vidi Vici and Eureka!
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In this original and highly accessible book, Peter Jones takes the reader on a fascinating journey along the highways and byways of Roman life and culture, telling the amazing stories behind the original Latin meanings and uses of hundreds of our everyday words.
Taking in every aspect of the ancient world, including science, religion, military matters, politics, and literature, Jones shows just how much the English language owes to the ancient Romans and the role Latin has played in the creation of our vast vocabulary.
Quid Pro Quo is a captivating exploration of history and language, revealing the rich legacy of the Roman world in our modern lexicon.
Series: Classic Civilisations
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Quid Pro Quo by Peter Jones is praised for its insightful and informative exploration of how Latin has influenced modern language. Readers appreciate Jones's engaging and entertaining style, with the book offering delightful historical anecdotes and captivating insights throughout.
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ISBN: 9781782399339
Publisher: Atlantic Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 June 2017
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Atlantic Books
Edition: Main
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 28.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Peter Jones was educated at Cambridge University and taught Classics at Cambridge and at Newcastle University, before retiring in 1997. He has written a regular column, 'Ancient & Modern', in the Spectator for many years and is the author of various books on the Classics, including the bestselling Learn Latin and Learn Ancient Greek, as well as Reading Virgil's Aeneid I and II, Vote for Caesar, Veni, Vidi, Vici and Eureka!
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