Jill Sparrow 10,307 Posted January 17 Report Share Posted January 17 I well remember reciting declensions in Latin class. I've been in decline ever since! It's a very useful language, especially if you have an interest in history. As for Shakespeare, I've said it before, studying his work for O or A level is a waste of time. Anyone who can understand it at that age has had a pretty hard life because that is, basically, what Shakespeare is about. Life, its problems and dilemmas. Shakespeare is as much a philosopher as a playwright. I find his work fascinating and the longer I live, the more I appreciate his wisdom. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
benjamin1945 16,160 Posted January 17 Report Share Posted January 17 Do you watch Rumpole of the Bailey Jill'? he quotes Shakespeare all the time''' Didn't do much in the way of 'Shakespeare'' at Padstow school......but i do remember our Drama Teacher....who was always reading the works of him'''' He was on the school stage giving the old 'Bard;'' plenty... When he fell from the Stage bounced off the ;Piano'' on to the floor whilst breaking Wind......so funny.. my class of about 35 didnt stop laughing about it for weeks.... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
philmayfield 6,141 Posted January 17 Report Share Posted January 17 The Shorter Latin Primer and Civis Romanus come to mind. I’ve found my smattering of Latin quite useful on occasions. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cliff Ton 10,468 Posted January 17 Report Share Posted January 17 I did O Level Latin and I've found it more useful in later life than I might've expected. It has often helped me to a very basic understanding of the written version of many European languages, because a lot of them have Latin origins and there are similarities in many words. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
philmayfield 6,141 Posted January 17 Report Share Posted January 17 12 minutes ago, benjamin1945 said: Do you watch Rumpole of the Bailey Jill'? he quotes Shakespeare all the time''' Didn't do much in the way of 'Shakespeare'' at Padstow school......but i do remember our Drama Teacher....who was always reading the works of him'''' He was on the school stage giving the old 'Bard;'' plenty... When he fell from the Stage bounced off the ;Piano'' on to the floor whilst breaking Wind......so funny.. my class of about 35 didnt stop laughing about it for weeks.... ‘Blow, blow thou winter wind, thou art not so unkind as man’s ingratitude’ comes to mind! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jill Sparrow 10,307 Posted January 17 Report Share Posted January 17 Yes, Ben. I'm a great Rumpole fan. In fact, I named my ginger kitten after him at birth because it had such a loud voice. Ginger kitten turned out to be female and now goes by her middle name of Chivers. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Oztalgian 3,298 Posted January 17 Report Share Posted January 17 1 hour ago, Jill Sparrow said: Chivers. As a ginger cat can I assume it was named after the Marmalade brand. I used to love their Olde English Marmalade. Can you still get it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MRS B 522 Posted January 17 Report Share Posted January 17 I started A level English and dropped it for the “Use of English” course. The A level content was Shakespeare (which I actually enjoyed) and Chaucer. The use of English was far more interesting language wise and I believe used to be a requirement for entry to Oxford and Cambridge. Not that I got to that point, I entered the world of aviation instead and that became my love for 30+ years. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alpha 176 Posted January 18 Report Share Posted January 18 What types of aircraft did you fly, Mrs. B? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,152 Posted January 18 Report Share Posted January 18 @Alpha, she used work at Birmingham airport, kick-starting Jumbo Jets. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MRS B 522 Posted January 18 Report Share Posted January 18 You’re hilarious Barrie. Alpha I worked in Ground Ops in crew scheduling for British Midland. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MRS B 522 Posted January 19 Report Share Posted January 19 As far as I’m aware BM never operated with either Zeppelins or broom sticks so you are both wrong with your boyhood humour. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brew 5,420 Posted January 19 Report Share Posted January 19 1 hour ago, MRS B said: As far as I’m aware BM never operated with either Zeppelins or broom sticks so you are both wrong with your boyhood humour. Are we sure about that??? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jill Sparrow 10,307 Posted January 19 Report Share Posted January 19 @IAN FINN perhaps not but you'd better hope she hasn't made a wax doll!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
trogg 2,016 Posted January 19 Report Share Posted January 19 41 minutes ago, Jill Sparrow said: perhaps not but you'd better hope she hasn't made a wax doll!! If she does not know how to make a wax doll and use it consult my other half, she is an expert, why do you think I keep getting stabbing pains in my back. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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