Product Description

Latin and Greek are often called "dead" languages. But their influence can be seen throughout the language we use today, and a knowledge of our classical roots is essential to a proper understanding of the construction of English. This book charts the historical spread of Latin through Britain and the world, and encourages students to take an active role in exploring the ways in which Latin and Greek have helped give English the shape it has today. Our Greek and Latin Roots is full of fascinating information and stimulating exercises, all of which are accessible to teachers and students with little or no knowledge of classical languages.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #564728 in Books
• Published on: 1990-11-30
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 56 pages

Customer Reviews

our greek and latin roots
it's a very good review of history of our greek and latin roots as well as explaining greek and latin roots

Our Greek and Latin Roots, Morwood and Warman
Historically informed and aimed at developing an interest in the origins of English words probably in younger scholars, this book is engaging for adults as well. I found it consistently interesting as an introduction to the various sources of the English language and the extent of the contributions of each. Recommended for thinking youngsters and those who guide them.

Our Greek and Latin Roots by Morwood.
This book is of no educational value whatsoever. A waste of money. I myself in the future will go to Barnes and Noble to physically scan a book I'm interested in before purchasing. You made me give this book 1 star because you only offered 1 through 5 stars. I would have given it a minus -Star rating.