21%OFF
Stock image for illustration purposes only - book cover, edition or condition may vary.
A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases
James (Ed) Morwood
€ 13.99
€ 11.04
FREE Delivery in Ireland
Description for A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases
Paperback. Provides an account of the meaning and history of Latin words and expressions that have entered the English language. Containing over 1000 Latin words in common use, this dictionary includes many examples of their usage. It also includes a thematic index that gives access to topics, such as love, happiness, greed and beauty. Editor(s): Morwood, James. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; 2ADL; CBDX; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 19. Weight in Grams: 250.
A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases is a handy reference for all kinds of writing, as well as an absorbing collection of phrases, mottoes, proverbs and sayings. This new dictionary offers a fresh look at a language which has retained its influence and colour. Thematic index A comprehensive index will take you to all the words and phrases relating to a particular subject, covering everything from ambition, beauty, and courage to war and wisdom. More than just words and phrases Along with clear translations and pronunciation guidance, sources from literature and history are annotated with ... Read more
A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases is a handy reference for all kinds of writing, as well as an absorbing collection of phrases, mottoes, proverbs and sayings. This new dictionary offers a fresh look at a language which has retained its influence and colour. Thematic index A comprehensive index will take you to all the words and phrases relating to a particular subject, covering everything from ambition, beauty, and courage to war and wisdom. More than just words and phrases Along with clear translations and pronunciation guidance, sources from literature and history are annotated with ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Oxford University Press Oxford
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Condition
New
Number of Pages
244
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780198601098
SKU
V9780198601098
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-8
About James (Ed) Morwood
Formerly Head of Classics at Harrow, James Morwood was a Fellow at Wadham College and Grocyn Lecturer for the Literae Humaniores Faculty.
Reviews for A Dictionary of Latin Words and Phrases
What should go into such a work nowadays is hard to assess and M. seems to have got it about right. I have been keeping an eye open over the last few months for Latin tags, and those in what may be reckoned current use he has identified.
Roland Mayer, The Classical Review Vol.XLIX No.2
Roland Mayer, The Classical Review Vol.XLIX No.2