Wheelock's Latin by Richard A Lafleur

Wheelock's Latin by Richard A Lafleur

Wheelock's Latin has long been the gold standard of Latin texts. Now in its 7th edition, the program retains all of the features that have made it the bestselling single-volume beginning Latin textbook, including:



* 40 chapters with grammatical explanations and readings based on ancient Roman authors

* Self-tutorial exercises with an answer key for independent study

* An extensive English-Latin/Latin-English vocabulary section

* A rich selection of original Latin readings--unlike other textbooks which contain primarily made-up Latin texts

* Etymological aids, maps, and images illustrating aspects of classical culture, mythology, and historical and literary figures presented in the chapter readings.



The fully updated 7th edition has 48 additional pages of content:



* Expanded comments on vocabulary and translation tips

* All new authentic classical Latin readings, including Roman graffiti, in every chapter

* Additional notes on each chapter's reading passages to provide fuller insight on Roman culture and literature

* New comprehension and discussion questions

* Dozens of  new photographs and drawings, as well as numerous formatting and design updates make the book more visually appealing



Additionally, the Wheelock's website, teacher's guide, and other ancillaries have also been updated and expanded in conjunction with this new edition, and. the teacher's guide uses cutting edge technology to keep answer keys more secure than ever.

 

 

Richard A. (Richard A.) LaFleur is Emeritus Franklin Professor of Classics and former Head of Classics at the University of Georgia; he has served as Editor of the Classical Outlook and President of the American Classical League, and he is a recipient of the American Philological Association's national award for excellence in Classics teaching. Scribblers, Scvlptors, and Scribes, as well as improved editions of Wheelock's Latin, Workbook for Wheelock's Latin, and Wheelock's Latin Reader, are among his many works.