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Veni, Vidi, Vici, Michael O’Mara Books, Ltd. London, 1999. (translator)
Issued as Which way to the Vomitorium, St. Martin’s Press.
A spoof guidebook to ancient Rome, providing in Latin and in English useful phrases the traveler may need, such as “Are these dormice fresh?” and “Could I meet a gladiator after the show?”
Going to Hades is Easy, Michael O’Mara Books, Ltd. London, 2000
Issued as Latin Quips at your Fingertips, Barnes and Noble, 2001 (at B&N)
A collection of Roman quotes, given in Latin and in English, about the unchanging ways of man.
Examples: “Always expect people to think the worst” Ovid.
“Going to Hades is easy; it’s the coming back that’s tough.” Vergil.
Available from www.bolchazy.com • 1-847-526-4344
Lectiones de Historia Romana, Wimbledon, London, 2000
This Latin reader begins with a map lesson for those with no Latin, and goes from Aeneas through the fall of Rome gradually introducing grammar in short Latin stories dealing with the events which shaped Rome’s world and ours.
Duces Romanorum, Wimbledon Publishing, London, 2001
As the first reader, Lectiones, deals with events, the intermediate reader Duces Romanorum—a Roman “Profiles in Courage”— deals with people.
Once upon the Tiber, Wimbledon Publishing, London, 2002
An English language lighthearted history of Rome from its founding through the fall of the Western Empire.
The Young Romans, Wimbledon Publishing, London, 2003
A reader for younger Latin students featuring Romans who accomplished something of significance before they were 15 years of age. Each section includes vocabulary, derivative work, activities and puzzles. Teacher’s manual includes additional background material and suggestions.
Published by Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers, Inc.
www.bolchazy.com • 1-847-526-4344
The Labors of Aeneas, Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers, 2003
A lighthearted English-language retelling of Aeneas’ life which gives the Aeneid story plus before and after details. As Vergil says: “What a pain it was to found the Roman race.”
Cicero the Patriot, Bolchazy-Carducci Publsihers, 2004
Story in English of Cicero’s life, his works, his relationship to his times and his peers, and his efforts to win appreciation. He says to Cato, “I think you ought to know what I have accomplished.”
Vergil for Beginners, Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers, 2006
A supplementary reading text giving students near the end of their entry level Latin study a chance to experience the Aeneid. This book offers two approaches, one for non-traditional or reading based classes and one for traditional classes. The materials include the five Aeneid selections, vocabulary aids, comprehension questions, poetry scansion materials, a playlet covering the selections, and a separate grammar section. The various sections may be used, varied, or even skipped as the needs of individual classes dictate.
Available from L and L Enterprises
https://www.LatinandLanguage.com
Catullus, Horace, and Ovid: A Trio of Lyrical Treats, L and L Enterprises, 2007
A booklet of English skits covering all the poems on the AP Lyric syllabus and their authors. Includes a biography of each poet and a survey of his later influence. Helps familiarize the students with the poems and the poets.
Examining Vergil’s Aeneid, L and L Publications, 2005
A Latin workbook stressing figures of speech, character studies, and creative work with selections from the Aeneid both Latin and English.
Tres Porculi, L and L Enterprises, 2006
Three Little Pigs in Latin along with exercises, oral conversations, and teacher materials.
The Lighter Side of the Dark Ages, Anthem/Wimbledon, London, 2006
A sequel to Once Upon the Tiber, dealing with the 500 years after the fall of Rome in the West, when people went right on calling themselves Roman and paying tribute to an ideal which had largely ceased to be real. Helpful to those studying the Latin writings of authors such as Boethius, Einhard, Isodore, Alcuin, and the Venerable Bede.
Gods and Other Odd Creatures, CicadaSun, 2007
A survey comparing Greek and Roman gods, their festivals and temples, and the unique attitude the ancients showed toward their deities.
Available from Books International
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www.booksintl.com and amazon.com.
The Lighter Side of the Dark Ages, Anthem/Wimbledon, London, 2006
A sequel to Once Upon the Tiber, dealing with the 500 years after the fall of Rome in the West, when people went right on calling themselves Roman and paying tribute to an ideal which had largely ceased to be real. Helpful to those studying the Latin writings of authors such as Boethius, Einhard, Isodore, Alcuin, and the Venerable Bede.
Available from CicadaSun
www.CicadaSun.com
Gods and Other Odd Creatures, CicadaSun, 2007
A survey comparing Greek and Roman gods, their festivals and temples, and the unique attitude the ancients showed toward their deities.