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Title:
Stories from Aulus Gellius
Being Selections And Adaptations From The Noctes Atticae
Note: Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Louise Hope, Anna Tuinman, Ted Garvin and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
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Summary: "Stories from Aulus Gellius" by Aulus Gellius is an educational collection that adapts selections from the ancient work "Noctes Atticae," likely compiled in the 2nd century AD. This compilation aims to introduce young students to classical themes, presenting entertaining anecdotes and moral lessons that stem from Aulus Gellius's original writings. The book serves as a way to engage students with Latin literature while simultaneously offering insight into historical figures and philosophical ideas. The opening of this work sets the stage for its educational purpose. The editor, Rev. G. H. Nall, explains that the stories are simplified and accompanied by notes and exercises designed for younger learners. The text hints at the biographical and cultural context of Aulus Gellius, suggesting that he was a Roman scholar well-acquainted with prominent philosophers of his time. Furthermore, anecdotes about famous figures such as Socrates and Vergil are introduced, promising readers a blend of literary analysis, historical anecdotes, and moral reflections that provide both entertainment and education. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gellius, Aulus
Editor: Nall, G. Herbert (George Herbert), 1860-
EBook No.: 25861
Published: Jun 21, 2008
Downloads: 135
Language: Latin
Subject: Latin language -- Readers
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Stories from Aulus Gellius
Being Selections And Adaptations From The Noctes Atticae
Note: Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Louise Hope, Anna Tuinman, Ted Garvin and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Stories from Aulus Gellius" by Aulus Gellius is an educational collection that adapts selections from the ancient work "Noctes Atticae," likely compiled in the 2nd century AD. This compilation aims to introduce young students to classical themes, presenting entertaining anecdotes and moral lessons that stem from Aulus Gellius's original writings. The book serves as a way to engage students with Latin literature while simultaneously offering insight into historical figures and philosophical ideas. The opening of this work sets the stage for its educational purpose. The editor, Rev. G. H. Nall, explains that the stories are simplified and accompanied by notes and exercises designed for younger learners. The text hints at the biographical and cultural context of Aulus Gellius, suggesting that he was a Roman scholar well-acquainted with prominent philosophers of his time. Furthermore, anecdotes about famous figures such as Socrates and Vergil are introduced, promising readers a blend of literary analysis, historical anecdotes, and moral reflections that provide both entertainment and education. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gellius, Aulus
Editor: Nall, G. Herbert (George Herbert), 1860-
EBook No.: 25861
Published: Jun 21, 2008
Downloads: 135
Language: Latin
Subject: Latin language -- Readers
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.