02219cam a22003133u 4500 25861 UtSlPG 20260610133607.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG la iso639-1 PA Gellius, Aulus Stories from Aulus Gellius : Being Selections And Adaptations From The Noctes Atticae Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-06-21 Produced by Louise Hope, Anna Tuinman, Ted Garvin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Stories from Aulus Gellius" by Aulus Gellius is an educational collection that adapts selections from the ancient work "Noctes Atticae," likely compiled in the 2nd century AD. This compilation aims to introduce young students to classical themes, presenting entertaining anecdotes and moral lessons that stem from Aulus Gellius's original writings. The book serves as a way to engage students with Latin literature while simultaneously offering insight into historical figures and philosophical ideas. The opening of this work sets the stage for its educational purpose. The editor, Rev. G. H. Nall, explains that the stories are simplified and accompanied by notes and exercises designed for younger learners. The text hints at the biographical and cultural context of Aulus Gellius, suggesting that he was a Roman scholar well-acquainted with prominent philosophers of his time. Furthermore, anecdotes about famous figures such as Socrates and Vergil are introduced, promising readers a blend of literary analysis, historical anecdotes, and moral reflections that provide both entertainment and education. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Latin language -- Readers Nall, G. Herbert (George Herbert), 1860- https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25861 66862 66862