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Annus Horribilis: Latin for Everyday Life

3.4/5 ( ratings)

What do "quid pro quo" and "habeas corpus" mean? Why do plants have Latin names? Why do families, towns, countries, and even football teams have Latin mottoes? What do the Latin epitaphs in churches say? These are just a few of the topics covered in this comprehensive guide to Latin for the layman. With wit and clear language, the Latin phrases and words that surround us and compose our contemporary vocabulary are exposed and decoded. Entertaining and informative, this study proves that Latin is anything but dead.

Language: English

Pages: 192

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Tempus

Release: May 28, 2008

ISBN: 0752442848

ISBN 13: 9780752442846

Annus Horribilis: Latin for Everyday Life

3.4/5 ( ratings)

What do "quid pro quo" and "habeas corpus" mean? Why do plants have Latin names? Why do families, towns, countries, and even football teams have Latin mottoes? What do the Latin epitaphs in churches say? These are just a few of the topics covered in this comprehensive guide to Latin for the layman. With wit and clear language, the Latin phrases and words that surround us and compose our contemporary vocabulary are exposed and decoded. Entertaining and informative, this study proves that Latin is anything but dead.

Language: English

Pages: 192

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Tempus

Release: May 28, 2008

ISBN: 0752442848

ISBN 13: 9780752442846

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