The Interpreters of Foreign Languages Among the Ancients: A Study Based on Greek and Latin Sources (1914)

The Interpreters of Foreign Languages Among the Ancients: A Study Based on Greek and Latin Sources is a book written by Henry Snyder Gehman and published in 1914. The book explores the role of interpreters in ancient societies, focusing on the Greek and Roman civilizations. Gehman draws on a range of primary sources, including historical texts, inscriptions, and papyri, to examine the different types of interpreters that existed in these societies, their methods of communication, and their social status. He also discusses the challenges faced by interpreters, such as linguistic barriers and cultural differences, and the importance of their work in facilitating trade, diplomacy, and cultural exchange. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the role of interpreters in ancient societies, shedding light on an important aspect of human communication and interaction.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.