A Smaller Dictionary of Greek and Roman Antiquities

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A Smaller Dictionary of Greek and Roman Antiquities

by William Smith

EN·~35 hours·9 chapters

Chapters

9 total

TRANSCRIBER’S NOTE

1:24

A SMALLER DICTIONARY OF Greek and Roman Antiquities.

33:36:55

TABLES OF GREEK AND ROMAN MEASURES, WEIGHTS, AND MONEY.

12:28

PARALLEL YEARS.

4:16

CALENDARIUM:

1:16

GREEK INDEX.

27:14

LATIN INDEX.

53:03

ENGLISH INDEX.

5:40

CLASSIFIED INDEX.

19:44

Description

This compact reference gathers the most frequently encountered Greek and Roman terms in a clear, alphabetized format. Each entry presents the Latin name with vowel marks for accurate pronunciation, and Greek words appear in their original polytonic script. Footnote anchors link to detailed notes at the end of each entry, while the tables—rich with measurements, fractions and illustrated examples—offer quick visual guidance.

Designed for students and hobbyists alike, the volume condenses a much larger work into a manageable size without sacrificing depth. Two hundred finely etched woodcuts bring everyday objects, architectural features and ceremonial gear to life, and the meticulous transcription notes ensure modern devices display the special characters correctly. Whether navigating ancient literature, interpreting archaeological reports, or simply satisfying a curiosity about classical culture, listeners will find a dependable companion that balances scholarly precision with approachable explanations.

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Language

en

Duration

~35 hours (2056K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

John Campbell, Delphine Lettau, alternate illustrations from TIA and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2021-07-24

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

William Smith

William Smith

1813–1893

Best known for making the ancient world more accessible to students, this Victorian scholar created reference works that shaped the study of Greek, Latin, and the Bible for generations. His dictionaries and schoolbooks were valued for being practical, wide-ranging, and easy to use.

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