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Ovid Legamus Transitional Reader (The Legamus Reader Series) (Latin Edition),Used
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This reader contains lines of Latin selections from Ovid poems, designed for students moving from elementary or intermediate Latin into reading the authentic Latin of Ovid. Introductory materials include an overview of the life and work of Ovid, bibliography, and description of Ovidian meters.Latin selections are accompanied by prereading materials, grammatical exercises, vocabulary notes, notes to assist reading comprehension, and other reading aids. Appendices on grammar and figures of speech, and a pullout vocabulary of words appearing frequently in Ovid round out the book's innovative features.Special Features* Prereading materials help students understand underlying cultural and literary concepts* Short explanations of grammatical and syntactical usage, with exercises* First version of the Latin text with transitional aids: implied words in parentheses, difficult nounadjective pairings in different fonts, words reordered to facilitate comprehension* Complete vocabulary and grammatical notes on facing pages* Postreading materials encourage appreciation of Ovid's style and reflection on what has been read* Pullout vocabulary of Latin words not annotated* Second version of Latin text is without transitional aids, but with notesAlso available:Catullus : a Legamus Transitional Reader ISBN 086516634XHorace: A Legamus Transitional Reader ISBN 0865166765For over 30 years BolchazyCarducci Publishers has produced the highest quality Latin and ancient Greek books. From Dr. Seuss books in Latin to Plato's Apology, BolchazyCarducci's titles help readers learn about ancient Rome and Greece; the Latin and ancient Greek languages are alive and well with titles like Cicero's De Amicitia and Kaegi's Greek Grammar. We also feature a line of contemporary eastern European and WWII books.Some of the areas we publish in include:Selections From The AeneidLatin Grammar & PronunciationGreek Grammar & PronunciationTexts Supporting Wheelock's LatinClassical author workbooks: Vergil, Ovid, Horace, Catullus, CiceroVocabulary Cards For AP Selections: Vergil, Ovid, Catullus, HoraceGreek MythologyGreek LexiconSlovak Culture And History
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- Q: What is the main purpose of the Ovid Legamus Transitional Reader? A: The Ovid Legamus Transitional Reader is designed to assist students transitioning from basic or intermediate Latin to reading authentic Latin texts by Ovid. It includes pre-reading materials, grammatical exercises, and vocabulary notes to enhance comprehension.
- Q: What age group is this reader suitable for? A: This reader is suitable for high school and college students who have a foundational understanding of Latin and are ready to explore more complex texts.
- Q: Does this book include exercises to reinforce learning? A: Yes, the reader includes grammatical exercises and comprehension notes alongside the Latin selections to reinforce learning and understanding.
- Q: Are there any additional resources or appendices included? A: Yes, the book features appendices on grammar, figures of speech, and a pull-out vocabulary of frequently used Latin words to support students' learning.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The Ovid Legamus Transitional Reader is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable for students.
- Q: What is the total number of pages in this book? A: The book contains a total of 126 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for self-study? A: Yes, the reader is suitable for self-study as it provides comprehensive notes, exercises, and resources to assist learners working independently.
- Q: Who is the author of the Ovid Legamus Transitional Reader? A: The author of this reader is Caroline Perkins.
- Q: When was the Ovid Legamus Transitional Reader published? A: The book was published on December 31, 2008.
- Q: What other titles are available in the Legamus Transitional Reader series? A: Other titles in the series include 'Catullus: A Legamus Transitional Reader' and 'Horace: A Legamus Transitional Reader'.