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Dr Sian Thomas
Jan 203 min read
What to Read Next in Latin: Pliny the Younger Recounts his Uncle's Heroic Death during the Eruption of Vesuvius
Ready to dive into real Latin? Pliny the Younger’s gripping letter offers drama, history, and accessible language.
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Dr Sian Thomas
Sep 28, 20245 min read
Top Tips for Learning Latin: A Guide for Adult Learners
Are you thinking about learning Latin, or have you recently started? Here's some advice to help you get the most out of your studies.
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Dr Sian Thomas
Sep 10, 20244 min read
Top Tips for Learning Egyptian Hieroglyphs
I've been teaching Egyptian hieroglyphs for 20 years. Here are my top tips for students in the early stages of their learning journey.
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Dr Sian Thomas
Jul 24, 20244 min read
What to Read Next in Middle Egyptian Hieroglyphs: Papyrus Westcar (AKA 'Tales of Wonder' or 'King Cheops and the Magicians')
Extend your understanding of Egyptian hieroglyphs with the intriguing Papyrus Westcar. Uncover tales of magic from the court of King Khufu.
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Dr Sian Thomas
Jul 1, 20244 min read
'Prose Composition' - the Pros and Cons of Learning to Write in Ancient Languages
Some arguments for and against learning to write, as well as read, ancient languages.
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Dr Sian Thomas
Jun 12, 20241 min read
Welcome to Learning Ancient Languages
Welcome to Learning Ancient Languages, a blog for learners of Latin, Greek, Egyptian hieroglyphs, Coptic and other dead languages.
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