Winnie Ille Pu: A Latin Version Of A. A. Milne's Winnie The Pooh

Winnie Ille Pu: A Latin Version Of A. A. Milne's Winnie The Pooh

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Alexander Lenard
Binding: Hardback
Published: Methuen / Dutton , 1961

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: LATIN TEXT ONLY. Light foxing on fep.

This unique edition presents A. A. Milne's beloved tales of the Hundred Acre Wood in a surprising new light. Winnie Ille Pu meticulously translates the whimsical adventures of Pooh, Piglet, and their friends into classical Latin, offering a delightful challenge for students and enthusiasts of the ancient language. The work chronicles the familiar escapades with charming fidelity, illustrating the enduring appeal of Milne's characters across linguistic boundaries. It serves as both a nostalgic return to childhood and an engaging exercise in Latin prose, making it a truly distinctive literary artifact. This volume masterfully bridges the gap between classic children's literature and academic study, providing a fresh perspective on a timeless narrative.

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Description

Author: Alexander Lenard
Binding: Hardback
Published: Methuen / Dutton , 1961

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: LATIN TEXT ONLY. Light foxing on fep.

This unique edition presents A. A. Milne's beloved tales of the Hundred Acre Wood in a surprising new light. Winnie Ille Pu meticulously translates the whimsical adventures of Pooh, Piglet, and their friends into classical Latin, offering a delightful challenge for students and enthusiasts of the ancient language. The work chronicles the familiar escapades with charming fidelity, illustrating the enduring appeal of Milne's characters across linguistic boundaries. It serves as both a nostalgic return to childhood and an engaging exercise in Latin prose, making it a truly distinctive literary artifact. This volume masterfully bridges the gap between classic children's literature and academic study, providing a fresh perspective on a timeless narrative.