Classical Literature. An Introduction, Paperback - ***

Presents a series of essays on the essential aspects of Greek and Latin literature. This book ranges from Homer to the Roman Empire and includes a ...

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Middle Egyptian introduces the reader to the writing system of ancient Egypt and the language of hieroglyphic texts. It contains twenty-six lessons...

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