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Complete Latin Beginner to Intermediate Book and Audio Course

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Complete Latin Beginner to Intermediate Book and Audio Course by Gavin Betts guides learners from the basics of Latin to more intermediate concepts, combining practical exercises with accessible explanations. Through a blend of text and audio resources, the book aims to develop reading, writing, and comprehension skills in Latin, making it both engaging and educational. Ideal for self-learners, the course provides a structured approach to mastering the language.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by ancient languages and wish to embark on a Latin-learning journey with a comprehensive guide that includes both textual and audio components. It offers a fulfilling challenge for those keen on developing their language skills from the ground up while engaging with the historical and classical richness of Latin.

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Discover a new and effective way to learn Latin. With 31 units covering the four key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening, this bestselling course comprises a book and audio support which is easy to download to your computer or MP3 player.

The complete course for learning to communicate with confidence and independence.

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The Complete Latin Beginner to Intermediate Book and Audio Course by Gavin Betts provides all the grammar, vocabulary, and practice you need to read and understand Latin comfortably and accurately.

For the first time, key Latin texts are included on audio to give you extra depth and context, bringing the Classical World to life.

You'll start by learning proverbs, especially those taken from Erasmus's collection, The Adagia. You'll then quickly move on to graded readings drawn from Martial, Vergil, Caesar, Cicero, and other classical authors. This book is based on real Latin, not made-up sentences and stories.

You will be able to:

  • Read Classical Latin with confidence
  • Learn to write, understand and pronounce Latin

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444195835

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Multiple-component retail product

Date Published: 27 December 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Teach Yourself

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 55.0mm

Width: 169.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 763g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Gavin Betts (MA Cambridge) was Associate Professor of Classical Studies at Monash University, Melbourne, Australia until his retirement. Among numerous other publications, he is also the author of COMPLETE NEW TESTAMENT GREEK and co-author of COMPLETE ANCIENT GREEK.

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