Homeric Greek: A Book for Beginners

Homeric Greek: A Book for Beginners

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<div>For many years, <I>Homeric Greek</I> has been a standard textbook for first-year Greek courses in college and preparatory schools. It offers students the exciting experience of learning to read a Homeric poem in the original language, while introducing them to the fundamentals of ancient Greek. This fourth edition addresses the needs of today€s teachers and students, while retaining those elements of the original book responsible for its longevity. Written and subsequently revised by Clyde Pharr, <I>Homeric Greek</I> was further revised by John Wright in 1985. Paula Debnar has revised the book once again by significantly expanding the introductory material in its first forty lessons.<br><br> Notable features of this new edition include:<br><br> · Clear definitions of grammatical terms and explanations of forms and syntax<br><br> · Easy-to-read charts of grammatical paradigms<br><br> · A new reference map of the Aegean region, including sites mentioned in the first book of the Iliad<br><br> · An index of the book€s section on grammar<br><br> · A larger, more attractive format for the entire text, including more legible Greek characters<br><br> Ideally suited for classroom use but also accessible to independent learners, this fourth edition of Homeric Greek ensures continued life for a book that has stood the test of time.</div>