The Roman Pronunciation of Latin Why we use it and how to use it By: Frances Ellen Lord (1835-)
"The Roman Pronunciation of Latin: Why We Use It and How to Use It" by Frances Ellen Lord is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Latin language and its proper pronunciation. Lord's book provides a comprehensive overview of the Roman pronunciation system and explains why it is the preferred method of pronunciation for Latin today. She argues that understanding the correct pronunciation is crucial for a deeper appreciation and comprehension of Latin texts, as the sound of the language greatly impacts its rhythm, meter, and overall meaning. The author begins by delving into the historical development of Latin pronunciation, discussing the evolution from Classical Latin to the younger Romance languages. Lord highlights the significance of the Roman era as the most influential period in Latin's pronunciation history, emphasizing the need to follow their established rules for modern learners. One of the book's merits lies in its clear and concise explanations of various linguistic features, including vowel and consonant sounds, syllable stress, and prosody. Lord takes a systematic approach, providing numerous examples and exercises to help readers grasp the intricacies of each rule. These exercises are particularly beneficial, as they ensure readers not only understand the theory but also gain practical experience in applying the principles to their own Latin pronunciation. Moreover, Lord's book thoroughly addresses common myths and misconceptions surrounding Latin pronunciation. She dispels prevailing misunderstandings and provides evidence-based arguments for the Roman system, making a compelling case for its adoption. By addressing these misconceptions, readers can confidently approach the task of learning and teaching Latin pronunciation, thus perpetuating a more accurate and authentic representation of the language. One of the few criticisms of the book is its reliance on technical linguistic terminology, which might be challenging for novice Latin learners or those without a background in phonetics. However, the author does provide a glossary that clarifies and defines these terms, mitigating this issue to a certain extent. In conclusion, "The Roman Pronunciation of Latin: Why We Use It and How to Use It" is an essential guide for those invested in acquiring a precise and historically informed approach to Latin pronunciation. Frances Ellen Lord's expertise and passion for the subject shine through in her meticulous research and engaging writing style. Whether one is a student, teacher, or simply a Latin enthusiast, this book is a valuable asset that will undoubtedly enhance one's understanding and mastery of Latin pronunciation. First Page: [Transcriber's Note: This text is intended for users whose text readers cannot use the "real" (Unicode/UTF 8) version of the file. Vowels with breve ("short" mark) have been "unpacked" and shown as [)a], [)e]... They are rare. Vowels with macron ("long" mark, also rare) are normally shown with circumflex accent as â ê î ô û. The circumflex in its own right appears in a few short passages dealing with accent, always contrasted with acute á é; in these passages the long vowels are shown as [ a], [ o] to prevent ambiguity. Greek has been transliterated and shown between marks. Note that digamma is transliterated as w even though the author argues against this pronunciation. If any of these characters do not display properly in particular, if the diacritic does not appear directly above the letter or if the apostrophes and quotation marks in this paragraph appear as garbage, make sure your text reader's "character set" or "file encoding" is set to Unicode (UTF 8). You may also need to change the default font. As a last resort, use the Latin 1 version of the file instead. Boldface is shown as marks, italics as lines .] The ROMAN PRONUNCIATION OF LATIN Why we use it and How to use it by FRANCES E. LORD Professor of Latin in Wellesley College Boston, U... Continue reading book >>

The Roman Pronunciation of Latin Why we use it and how to use it By: Frances Ellen Lord (1835-)

"The Roman Pronunciation of Latin: Why We Use It and How to Use It" by Frances Ellen Lord is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Latin language and its proper pronunciation.

Lord's book provides a comprehensive overview of the Roman pronunciation system and explains why it is the preferred method of pronunciation for Latin today. She argues that understanding the correct pronunciation is crucial for a deeper appreciation and comprehension of Latin texts, as the sound of the language greatly impacts its rhythm, meter, and overall meaning.

The author begins by delving into the historical development of Latin pronunciation, discussing the evolution from Classical Latin to the younger Romance languages. Lord highlights the significance of the Roman era as the most influential period in Latin's pronunciation history, emphasizing the need to follow their established rules for modern learners.

One of the book's merits lies in its clear and concise explanations of various linguistic features, including vowel and consonant sounds, syllable stress, and prosody. Lord takes a systematic approach, providing numerous examples and exercises to help readers grasp the intricacies of each rule. These exercises are particularly beneficial, as they ensure readers not only understand the theory but also gain practical experience in applying the principles to their own Latin pronunciation.

Moreover, Lord's book thoroughly addresses common myths and misconceptions surrounding Latin pronunciation. She dispels prevailing misunderstandings and provides evidence-based arguments for the Roman system, making a compelling case for its adoption. By addressing these misconceptions, readers can confidently approach the task of learning and teaching Latin pronunciation, thus perpetuating a more accurate and authentic representation of the language.

One of the few criticisms of the book is its reliance on technical linguistic terminology, which might be challenging for novice Latin learners or those without a background in phonetics. However, the author does provide a glossary that clarifies and defines these terms, mitigating this issue to a certain extent.

In conclusion, "The Roman Pronunciation of Latin: Why We Use It and How to Use It" is an essential guide for those invested in acquiring a precise and historically informed approach to Latin pronunciation. Frances Ellen Lord's expertise and passion for the subject shine through in her meticulous research and engaging writing style. Whether one is a student, teacher, or simply a Latin enthusiast, this book is a valuable asset that will undoubtedly enhance one's understanding and mastery of Latin pronunciation.

First Page:

[Transcriber's Note:

This text is intended for users whose text readers cannot use the "real" (Unicode/UTF 8) version of the file.

Vowels with breve ("short" mark) have been "unpacked" and shown as [)a], [)e]... They are rare.

Vowels with macron ("long" mark, also rare) are normally shown with circumflex accent as â ê î ô û. The circumflex in its own right appears in a few short passages dealing with accent, always contrasted with acute á é; in these passages the long vowels are shown as [ a], [ o] to prevent ambiguity.

Greek has been transliterated and shown between marks. Note that digamma is transliterated as w even though the author argues against this pronunciation.

If any of these characters do not display properly in particular, if the diacritic does not appear directly above the letter or if the apostrophes and quotation marks in this paragraph appear as garbage, make sure your text reader's "character set" or "file encoding" is set to Unicode (UTF 8). You may also need to change the default font. As a last resort, use the Latin 1 version of the file instead.

Boldface is shown as marks, italics as lines .]

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ROMAN PRONUNCIATION OF LATIN

Why we use it and How to use it

FRANCES E. LORD Professor of Latin in Wellesley College

Boston, U... Continue reading book >>

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