Reading Medieval Latin, compiled by Keith Sidwell, is a study book that focuses on Medieval Latin, arranged chronologically and thematically. It provides an overview of texts between AD 550–1200 and helps students with at least one year of Latin to understand the language and culture of that period.
Study book for Medieval Latin
This title serves as an introduction to Medieval Latin within its historical and cultural context. The book is intended for students who have completed the basics of Classical Latin. The texts are arranged chronologically and thematically into four parts, each with chapters that include introductions, commentaries, and syntactic explanations. In addition, it covers medieval orthography and grammar, and includes a vocabulary with non-classical words and meanings.
Features
- Author: Keith Sidwell (University College Cork)
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Binding: Trade paperback (US)
- Publication date: August 24, 1995
- Number of pages: 418
- ISBN: 9780521447478
- Theme: Language readers
- BISAC: LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Readers