description: Conversational Latin is an excellent dual-language resource for exploring ancient and contemporary topics ranging from the weather to politics in lively dialogs with authentic Roman expression. Each chapter offers 3 conversations in varying degrees of difficulty supported by topical vocabulary. Latin as a living and vital language is showcased in this indispensable supplement to any standard Latin course of study. Traupman’s book provides facing English translation; a comprehensive glossary; and appendices on “Yes and No in Latin,” “Colors and Numbers,” and “Sayings and Proverbs.” A companion audio-cassette is available. Here's a perfect way to get started speaking The Conversational Latin cassette is an hour long recording of select conversations from chapters 1-2 (all three levels) of the text. The quality of the recording is imperfect (hence our low price) but acceptable. Designed originally to accompany the 2nd edition, this cassette continues to be a valuable audio companion to Conversational Latin in the 3rd edition. Special Features Traupman’s text enables students to engage in one of the most productive practices in the acquisition of language skills – conversing. Latin is the language that gave birth to the modern romance languages; it can and should be spoken to enhance the learning experience. Conversational Latin includes Multi-level dialogs with authentic Roman expression Facing English translation Accent marks for all words over two syllables (new to 3rd edition) Macrons for all words (new to 3rd edition) A variety of contemporary and ancient topics (enlarged for 3rd sports section and classroom commands) Topical vocabulary for each chapter (increased school vocabulary for 3rd edition) A comprehensive glossary that includes the topical vocabularies for the chapters (new to 3rd edition) Appendices on “Yes and No in Latin,” “Colors and Numbers,” and “Sayings and Proverbs”
language: English
title: Conversational Latin for Oral Proficiency: Phrase Book and Dictionary
titlecomplete: Conversational Latin for Oral Proficiency: Phrase Book and Dictionary
genres: History
ratings_count: 29
publisher: Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers