Publisher's Synopsis
Latin Exercises in the Oratio Obliqua is a book written by John Hardy Raven and first published in 1888. The book is a comprehensive guide to learning the Latin language, specifically focusing on the oratio obliqua, which is a form of indirect speech commonly used in Latin literature. The book is designed to help students of Latin develop their skills in understanding and using the oratio obliqua. It contains a wide range of exercises and examples, including both short and long passages of Latin text. The exercises are designed to help students learn the rules of the oratio obliqua and practice using them in a variety of contexts.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the oratio obliqua. The first section provides an introduction to the concept of indirect speech and explains the basic rules of the oratio obliqua. Subsequent sections cover topics such as the use of tense and mood in indirect speech, the use of pronouns and other grammatical structures, and the use of indirect questions.Throughout the book, Raven provides clear explanations of the rules and concepts involved in the oratio obliqua, making it easy for students to understand and apply them. The exercises are also carefully designed to help students build their skills gradually, starting with simple examples and progressing to more complex passages of text.Overall, Latin Exercises in the Oratio Obliqua is an essential resource for anyone learning Latin, particularly those who want to master the art of indirect speech. With its clear explanations, comprehensive exercises, and expert guidance, this book is sure to help students achieve their goals and become proficient in the Latin language.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.