The Comic Latin Grammar: A new and facetious introduction to the Latin tongue
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| Author | Leigh, Percival, 1813-1889 |
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| Illustrator | Leech, John, 1817-1864 |
| LoC No. | 37011059 |
| Title | The Comic Latin Grammar: A new and facetious introduction to the Latin tongue |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Louise Hope |
| Summary | "The Comic Latin Grammar: A new and facetious introduction to the Latin tongue" is an amusing instructional text written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a humorous guide to learning Latin, employing wit and parody to engage readers with the complexities of the language. The text is likely aimed at schoolboys and educators, attempting to make the study of Latin more enjoyable and less daunting. At the start of the book, the author provides a lighthearted preface and introduction, establishing the tone for the rest of the text. The author acknowledges the traditional challenges of learning Latin and expresses a desire to soften the experience through humor. The opening includes playful commentary on common pedagogical practices and the nature of the language, setting up the book as a satirical yet educational exploration of Latin grammar. From the outset, the reader can anticipate a blend of instruction and comedy, as the author crafts examples that poke fun at the conventions of grammar while still imparting knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | English wit and humor |
| Subject | Latin language -- Grammar -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29456 |
| Release Date | Jul 19, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 170 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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