The acquisition of ancient Latin provides first-hand access to the literature of the ancient Mediterranean world and the early medieval period. In addition, the study of this ancient language provides excellent training in logical analysis and a superior understanding of how languages function to convey meaning. Reading Latin literature in the original language enables students to engage deeply with the intellectual world of ancient cultures and so to reflect on our own in a more informed fashion.
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