Varronianus: A Critical And Historical Introduction To The Philological Study Of The Latin Language (1844)

By John William Donaldson

Book Overview

Varronianus: A Critical and Historical Introduction to the Philological Study of the Latin Language is a book written by John William Donaldson and originally published in 1844. The book is an in-depth exploration of the Latin language, specifically focusing on the works of the ancient Roman scholar Marcus Terentius Varro.Donaldson's book provides a critical and historical analysis of Varro's writings, which are considered to be some of the most important sources for the study of Latin. In addition to examining Varro's works, Donaldson also provides a thorough overview of the history of the Latin language, including its development and evolution over time.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the Latin language. These sections include discussions of Latin grammar, syntax, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Donaldson also explores the influence of other languages, such as Greek and Etruscan, on the development of Latin.Throughout the book, Donaldson provides numerous examples of Latin texts and their translations, as well as detailed explanations of grammatical and syntactical concepts. He also includes a glossary of Latin terms and a bibliography of additional resources for those interested in further study.Overall, Varronianus is a comprehensive and scholarly work that provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of the Latin language and its history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437360505
• ISBN13: 9781437360509
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"