02121cam a22003373u 4500 29456 UtSlPG 20260610133654.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 37011059 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PA Leigh, Percival, 1813-1889 The Comic Latin Grammar: A new and facetious introduction to the Latin tongue Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-07-19 Produced by Louise Hope "The Comic Latin Grammar: A new and facetious introduction to the Latin tongue" is an amusing instructional text written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a humorous guide to learning Latin, employing wit and parody to engage readers with the complexities of the language. The text is likely aimed at schoolboys and educators, attempting to make the study of Latin more enjoyable and less daunting. At the start of the book, the author provides a lighthearted preface and introduction, establishing the tone for the rest of the text. The author acknowledges the traditional challenges of learning Latin and expresses a desire to soften the experience through humor. The opening includes playful commentary on common pedagogical practices and the nature of the language, setting up the book as a satirical yet educational exploration of Latin grammar. From the outset, the reader can anticipate a blend of instruction and comedy, as the author crafts examples that poke fun at the conventions of grammar while still imparting knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English wit and humor Latin language -- Grammar -- Humor Leech, John, 1817-1864 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29456 70304 70304