Ostler, Nicholas
Ad Infinitum: A Biography of Latin
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007343065
- author:
- Ostler, Nicholas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- HarperPress
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Language: history & general works
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Latin language has been a constant presence in Western culture for over two millennia. From its humble beginnings as a dialect of a small southern Italian city-state to its enduring influence on law, medicine, and the litany of the Catholic Church, Latin's impact is undeniable. Nicholas Ostler examines the reasons behind Latin's remarkable longevity, tracing its development from ancient times to the present day. He explores how Latin's sturdy roots remained untouched despite the rise and fall of empires, the influence of religion, war, and cultural exchange.
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