Discover Latin

Description

Discover Latin, the language that has shaped Western civilization for more than two thousand years. Designed for adult learners with no prior knowledge, this course approaches Latin as a cultural experience. You will explore the basics of pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar, while discovering Latin’s enduring influence on English and the Romance languages.

Along the way, you will encounter the world of ancient Rome and read simple passages adapted from some of the greatest writers, including Vergil, Ovid, Catullus, and Cicero. The course emphasizes not only language, but also the civilization of ancient Rome, including social customs, military life and Roman political values.

Whether you are interested in languages, history, literature, or lifelong learning, this course offers an engaging introduction to one of the most important languages.

The Textbook for this class: Wheelock’s Latin (7th ed.)