Юдифь и Олоферн - Юдифь и Олоферн: Трагикомедия в трех действиях для студентов латинского языка

In this engaging and accessible Latin play, Judith uses her wiles and her beauty to rescue the people of Israel from the impending attack of the Assyrians, led by General Holofernes.Based in the story of Judith (from the deutero-canon of the Bible), the play is comprised of 530 lines of smooth metrical Latin verse, and presented with straightforward grammar, a glossary of potentially unfamiliar terms, a full English translation, and even a couple short songs. Designed for use in the classroom and containing many direct allusions to both the Vulgate and classical Latin sources, Judith and Holofernes offers an opportunity for students and teachers alike to experience Latin, particularly spoken Latin, in a fresh and joyful way.Six speaking roles, in addition to a narrator (or chorus).