Ad Infinitum a Biography of Latin and the World it Created (PDF)

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Synopsis

An in-depth biography of the Latin language from its very beginnings to the present day from the widely acclaimed author of 'Empires of the Word'. In 'Ad Infinitum', Nicholas Ostler examines the reasons why Latin made such a long-lasting impact on language, and how it managed to stay alive for two millennia despite the cultural superiority of Greek. He will look at how Latin's sturdy roots remained untouched while empires rose and fell, the influence of religion, war and the ways it has progressed through medieval times right up until the present day.

Book details

Author:
Nicholas Ostler
ISBN:
9780007343065
Related ISBNs:
9780007343065
Publisher:
HarperPress
Pages:
N/A
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
No
Date of addition:
2016-03-09
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2009
Copyright by:
HarperPress 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Foreign Language Study, History, Nonfiction