Cambridge Latin Course

The leading Latin course worldwide Book I begins in the city of Pompeii shortly before the eruption of Vesuvius. The Worksheet Masters for Book I features exercises to consolidate Latin vocabulary, accidence and syntax; develop language awareness with work on Latin derivations; test aural comprehensionl and extend knowledge of the Roman world.

A classic anthology for GCSE. The eight thematic sections of poetry include works by Catullus, Horace, Lucretius, martial, Ovid, Petronius, Seneca and Virgil. The eight sections of adapted prose include sections from Apuleius, Caesar, Cicero, Pliny, Sallust, Tacitus, and the Acts of the Apostles in the Vulgate. Glosses and other explanations are provided opposite each of the texts, and the writing is illustrated throughout by paintings and photographs of artifacts in the Roman world. For the student, there is a complete vocabulary at the end of the book. For the teacher, there is an accompanying handbook giving additional suggestions for discussions in the classroom.

The Fourth Edition Cambridge Latin Course is an introductory program organized into four well-integrated units. Cambridge's proven approach includes a stimulating continuous story line, interwoven grammatical development and cultural information, supportive illustrations and photographs, and a complete Language Information section. Reading is the heart of the Cambridge Latin Course, and all the elements of the program - illustrations, vocabulary, grammar and syntax, cultural contexts and references, activities - are carefully introduced and arranged to provide students with the skills they need to read with comprehension and enjoyment from the very first page.

The leading Latin course worldwide Book V is set in and around the court of the Emperor Domitan and the stories explore the tensions and effects of living under a tyranny. Topics covered include town and country life, the emperor's council, the senatorial career and marriage. Verse by Martial and Ovid is integrated with the stories and themes, and the language notes include a systematic introduction to verse word order. Book V is full colour throughout, with a clear layout of stories and language notes. Featuring a glossary for quick reference and comprehension questions, the book also includes a full explanation of language points and grammar practice exercises.

The Study Books are designed to be used in conjunction with the core books of the Cambridge Latin Course. Student's Study Book II: Answer Key provides informative and comprehensive answers to the exercises in Student Study Book II. The Key will be of use to teachers, students and independent learners. Clearly structured answers are given for material which includes a rich variety of comprehension and translation exercises; activities to practise the language and grammar; vocabulary checklists; investigations into Roman civilisation and revision sessions.

The North American Cambridge Latin Course is a well-established four-part Latin program whose approach combines a stimulating, continuous storyline with grammatical development, work on derivatives, and cultural information. There is also a complete Language Information section, plus numerous color photographs illustrating life in the Roman world. The Course has now been fully revised and updated in the light of feedback from user schools, and includes the very best in new research. The Fourth Edition continues to offer teachers and students alike a stimulating, reading-based approach to the study of Latin.

The leading Latin course worldwide Book IV focuses on imperial Rome, looking at key features of the city itself and various aspects of Roman life including social structure, architecture, religious beliefs and entertainment. Book IV is full colour throughout, with a clear layout of stories and language notes. Featuring a glossary for quick reference and comprehension questions, the book also includes a full explanation of language points and grammar practice exercises.

The leading Latin course worldwide Book I begins in the city of Pompeii shortly before the eruption of Vesuvius. The Book I Teacher's Guide provides commentary and teaching suggestions, as well as attainment tests and a list of relevant books and audio-visual resources for students and teachers. Also included is a brief summary of the story and of the main language features and cultural background.