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Language and Society in the Greek and Roman Worlds - Key Themes in Ancient History
Clackson, James (University of Cambridge)
Language and Society in the Greek and Roman Worlds - Key Themes in Ancient History
Clackson, James (University of Cambridge)
Translated examples from Greek, Latin and other languages give an accessible account for students and general readers of how language illuminates topics such as ethnicity, social mobility, religion, gender and sexuality in the ancient world. Questions addressed include the rise and fall of languages, obscenity, and what language Jesus spoke.
216 pages, 9 b/w illus. 3 tables
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | April 30, 2015 |
ISBN13 | 9780521140669 |
Publishers | Cambridge University Press |
Pages | 218 |
Dimensions | 153 × 230 × 11 mm · 372 g |
Language | English |
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