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With more than 200,000 copies in print, Latin for All Occasions and its follow-up, Latin for Even More Occasions, have helped scores of readers harness the language of Caesar and Cicero. Impress your boss with Occupational Latin (Lingua Latina Occupationi); sell your product with Sales Latin (Lingua Latina Mercatoria); flirt with your classics professor with Sensual Latin (Lingua Latina Libidinosa); look like the hipster you are with Pop-Cultural Latin (Lingua Latina Popularis); survive the holidays with Familial Latin (Lingua Latina Domestica) and Celebrational Latin (Lingua Latina Festiva). It’s all here, whether you’re a student of the language or just want to talk like one.From cocktail-party banter to climbing the corporate ladder to online dating, Latin for All Occasions features dozens of handy sections, including Las Vegas Latin, Latin for Golfers, Latin for Breakups, Latin for the Politically Correct, and much, much more. In one easy-to-use volume, National Lampoon founder Henry Beard presents hundreds of listings rendered in grammatically accurate classical Latin, with a foolproof pronunciation guide. Who says Latin is a dead language? From the comic genius who brought us X-Treme Latin comes Latin for All Occasions, guaranteed to help readers delight their friends, insult their enemies, and elevate the public discourse.
This book investigates the practical utility of classical Latin in modern social, professional, and personal contexts. Henry N. Beard, a co-founder of National Lampoon, utilizes his background in satire to bridge the gap between ancient linguistic structures and contemporary life. The text provides a curated collection of phrases designed to demonstrate that Latin remains a functional, albeit humorous, tool for navigating modern scenarios.
What You Will Find
The work is regarded as a lighthearted, accessible entry point for those interested in Latin, prioritizing wit and social utility over academic rigor. Its framing suggests a focus on the comedic potential of anachronism, positioning the language as a tool for social performance rather than purely historical study.
Page Count:
91
Publication Date:
1991-01-01
Publisher:
Angus & Robertson
ISBN-10:
0207171254
ISBN-13:
9780207171253
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