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050 4 _aPA
100 1 _aAppleton, R. B.
_q(Reginald Bainbridge),
_d1886-1938
245 1 0 _aPons tironum
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2018-05-29
508 _aProduced by an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer
520 _a"Pons Tironum" by R. B. Appleton and W. H. S. Jones is a Latin textbook aimed at beginner students, likely written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a transitional resource for learners moving from basic to more complex Latin, providing examples of sentences and grammatical constructions to aid in understanding the language's structure. The opening of "Pons Tironum" sets the stage for a playful exploration of daily life through the lens of a young Roman boy, who navigates various commands from family members and servants. The text introduces characters such as the boy's father, his mother, and the servant Davus as they engage in humorous exchanges, emphasizing the need for obedience and the chores associated with daily Roman life. By showcasing the transitions between different scenarios—such as morning routines and tasks to be completed—the excerpt establishes a relatable context that grounds the study of Latin in practical, everyday situations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLatin language -- Readers
700 1 _aJones, W. H. S.
_q(William Henry Samuel),
_d1876-1963
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57232
999 _c98063
_d98063