Puerorum Institutio Apud Romanos: Oratio Cancellarii Præmio Donata, Et in Theatro Sheldoniano Habita, Die Junii Ix, Mdccclxxx (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781173280116)

Puerorum Institutio Apud Romanos is a Latin oration delivered by Walter Scott, offering insights into the education of children in ancient Rome. This distinguished speech, recognized with the Chancellor's Prize, was presented at the Sheldonian Theatre on June 9, 1880. The text provides a fascinating glimpse into the classical approach to education, emphasizing rhetoric, discipline, and the cultivation of virtue. The oration remains relevant for students and scholars interested in the history of education, Roman culture, and the art of persuasive speaking. With its eloquent Latin prose, 'Puerorum Institutio Apud Romanos' serves as a valuable resource for understanding the intellectual and pedagogical values of the late 19th century, as well as the enduring legacy of ancient Roman educational practices.

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