Iter Icari

by William J. Simpson

Iter Icari is a modern myth for modern students of Latin. This short novel approaches core grammar and vocabulary, including conversational phrases and neo-Latin, in an easy story suitable for all ages. A full Latin-English glossary provides quick reference for each word in the novel.

32 pages, Paperback

Published June 6, 2014

Reviews

[Kristen Fort]

I teach Latin I through Latin IV. I read this super short Latin story in about 20 minutes. It is very comprehensible for students in levels I or II. I like the mix of myth and contemporary setting, but I find it strange that the author had to use "in Greek" whenever Icarus speaks. Maybe once would have been enough.

[Dana Walker]

Level D (Intermediate Low)
I really enjoyed this lovely little story of Daedalus and Icarus which ends on a much more positive note than the myth on which it’s based. I also liked that part of Icarus’ journey includes a trip to Nashville, a city I visited several times when my parents lived in Tennessee. I’m not sure what the unique word count is, but the Latin is fairly simple and very clear.

[Eric]

Selecting a rating was difficult. One the one hand, the story was enjoyable enough to finish, and it was good Latin practice. On the other, it was rather short, and I didn't enjoy it as much as the stories by Andrew Olimpi or Lance Piantaggini. Ultimately, I chose 4/5 stars, because I want to encourage this author (and others) to continue writing novellas in Latin.

[Martina]

Een boekje voor beginners met zowel mythologische als moderne verhaallijn. Leuk geschreven, zeer interessant verhaal. Latijn is goed verzorgd.

[Tim R]

Ecce, hic liber est bonus!

This is a fun spin on a classic myth that literally drops Icarus in modern day Florida. The story is short and the Latin is accessible. Enjoy!