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Cicero: In Catilinam I and II
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Ideal for classical studies students and anyone learning Latin, especially those focusing on Roman history and oratory.
This edition, first published by Macmillan in 1943, has the
straightforward utilitarian aims of all those prepared by H.E. Gould
and J.L. Whiteley: a basic introduction, reliable text, suitable
illustrations, and a vocabulary that gives only those meanings that are
required.
This edition provides basic introduction, reliable text, suitable illustrations, and a vocabulary that gives only those meanings that are required, to enable the student to translate with confidence and accuracy.
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This edition, first published by Macmillan in 1943, has the straightforward utilitarian aims of all those prepared by H.E. Gould and J.L. Whiteley: a basic introduction, reliable text, suitable illustrations, and a vocabulary that gives only those meanings that are required.
Last and perhaps most important of all, adequate assistance is provided in the notes, so that the student may feel capable of translating with confidence and accuracy.
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Elaine Fantham from Classical World praises the book for its organisation and accessibility, recommending it highly for any college library and readers seeking a solid introduction to Cicero’s works.
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ISBN: 9780862920142
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 June 1991
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bristol Classical Press
Contributors:
- Volume editor Dr H.E. Gould
- Volume editor Dr J.L. Whiteley
Audience: Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 148.0mm
Height: 212.0mm
Weight: 206g
Pages: 148
About the Author
J.L. Whiteley taught Classics at Kilburn Grammar School, Middlesex and Selhurst Grammar School, Croydon, as well as producing an extensive range of Latin texts along with H. E. Gould.
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