An Inductive Greek Method (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Harper, William Rainey

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0282264124 ISBN 13: 9780282264123

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

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This book delves into the fascinating world of ancient Greek language learning, offering a comprehensive and engaging approach for students. Set against the backdrop of Xenophon's Anabasis, a historical account of Greek mercenaries in Persia, the book provides a structured method for mastering the intricacies of Greek grammar and vocabulary. The author's method is rooted in the inductive approach, encouraging learners to observe patterns and draw conclusions from real examples within the text. Students are guided through a series of carefully designed lessons that gradually build upon their knowledge, covering essential grammatical concepts, vocabulary, and sentence structure. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding the context and meaning of words and phrases, moving beyond rote memorization to foster a deeper appreciation for the language. Through a combination of textual analysis, grammatical explanations, and practical exercises, this book equips learners with the tools to decipher and appreciate the richness of ancient Greek literature. The insights gleaned from this study extend beyond linguistic proficiency, offering a window into the cultural and historical context of ancient Greece. By unlocking the language of this influential civilization, readers gain a deeper understanding of its enduring legacy and its impact on the world we know today.

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Excerpt from An Inductive Greek Method

There is clearly no demand for a new Introductory Greek book, unless it is one which differs essentially from those which are already in use. The score or more of methods which have appeared in this country are constructed according to the same idea. Though many of them are scholarly and progressive, all are merely companions to the grammar, and not guides to the language.

The existence of so many methods indicates a feeling that, thus far, an entirely satisfactory introductory book has not been found. If anything additional were needed to justify the exist ence of this feeling, it would be found in the lack of interest which characterizes the average student of Greek, and in the confessedly small results accomplished in college.

The method presented in this book claims to overcome both of these difficulties. It will arouse enthusiasm; it will increase results. It is not supposed that this claim will be accepted until the merits of the method have been tested in the class-room, but the following outline of the plan of work which it advocates may, perhaps, show the value of the principles on which the claim is based.

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• Verlag: Forgotten Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0282264124
• ISBN 13: 9780282264123
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 359
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