Did you know that the word 'prestige' derives from the Latin word for 'illusion'? Or that 'infantry' stems from a Latin word meaning one who could not speak? In this original and highly entertaining book, Peter Jones reveals the roots of Latin words that are now common in the English language and shows how Romans actually used them in the ancient world.
Covering every aspect of Roman life - from politics, philosophy, religion and the arts, to technology, warfare, medicine and botany - Quid Pro Quo highlights the vital role Latin has played in the creation of our vast vocabulary.
| ISBN: | 9781782399339 |
| Publication date: | 1st June 2017 |
| Author: | Peter Jones |
| Publisher: | Atlantic Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 345 pages |
| Series: | Classic Civilisations |
| Genres: |
Language: history and general works Ancient history European history Cultural studies |
Did you know that the word 'prestige' derives from the Latin word for 'illusion'? Or that 'infantry' stems from a Latin word meaning one who could not speak?
Quid Pro Quo features in the following genres: Language: history and general works, Ancient history, European history, Cultural studies
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Quid Pro Quo was written by Peter Jones and published by Atlantic Books
Quid Pro Quo has 345 pages
Yes it is part of Classic Civilisations series
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