Ad Infinitum : a biography of Latin /
A study of the Latin language examines its role in the evolution of Western culture and civilization; its relationship with ancient Greek language, science, and philosophy; its place in the Catholic Church; and its function as an ancestor of modern-day languages.
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York :
Walker & Co,
2007.
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| Summary: | A study of the Latin language examines its role in the evolution of Western culture and civilization; its relationship with ancient Greek language, science, and philosophy; its place in the Catholic Church; and its function as an ancestor of modern-day languages. |
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| Physical Description: | 382 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 359-368) and index. |
| ISBN: | 080271515X : 9780802715159 |