Learn ancient Greek: A lively introduction to reading the language
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| Rating | : | 4.13 (638 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0760739781 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 216 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
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About the AuthorPeter Jones, co-founder of the Friends of Classics, is one of the best-known figures in the teaching and appreciation of the Classics, a regular contributor to national newspapers and the author of many books and articles, including, in the same series, Learn Latin.
"JONES HAS CREATED A WINNER." according to Thank the Gipper. In his Learn Ancient Greek, P.V. Jones has succeeded in offering both an enjoyable read and an effective self-teaching tool. Those looking for a 19JONES HAS CREATED A WINNER. In his Learn Ancient Greek, P.V. Jones has succeeded in offering both an enjoyable read and an effective self-teaching tool. Those looking for a 1930s discussion of adverbial phrases should save their money as this book actually does what it purports. 0s discussion of adverbial phrases should save their money as this book actually does what it purports. Not for Students I already know a bit of ancient Greek, having studied it for a few years. I bought this book because it was supposed to be entertaining and well presented, and I thought that it might be good for keeping my students interested. I'm glad I bought it u. Greek in a jippy The book reads really well; user friendly. While his mastery of the language is felt, he doesn't take himself too seriously. Reading grammar manuals is more often than not a bore and something one has to really sit down and do, however Dr. Jones make
Peter Jones, co-founder of the Friends of Classics, is one of the best-known figures in the teaching and appreciation of the Classics, a regular contributor to national newspapers and the author of many books and articles, including, in the same series, Learn Latin.
Based on the same principles as Learn Latin, Peter Jones's bestselling book of the hugely popular Daily Telegraph series, this book teaches you enough Greek in 20 chapters to be able to read some real ancient Greek – one of the world's greatest languages, used by one of the world's greatest cultures. By the end of the course you will be able to read passages from the New Testament and from Classical Greek literature, including extracts from Socrates' speech on trial for his life recorded by Plato, Sophocles' Antigone, and the tragic end to the Athenian expedition to Sicily described by the historian Thucydides – and much else.Each chapter also comes with sections on ancient Greek history and culture, and on the influence of the ancient language on our own, enabling you to experience at first hand just why it is that the ancient Greeks have played such a central part in the culture, language and history of western civilisation.