Wheelock's Latin

      

If you've ever tried to learn Latin before, then you've probably heard of Wheelock's.  This is probably the most commonly used textbook for teaching Latin.  And, don't get me wrong, it's a good one - thorough, easy to read, and even easier to reference.  Honestly, though, I feel like you could work through this entire book and never learn Latin - mostly because I've done so myself.

I'm still going to use it, though, because what is great for is a grammar reference.  Wheelock's is a really easy read, so when we reach weird grammar in Lingua Latina, Wheelock's is a great fall-back to make sure we really understand what's going on.  The grammar tables in the back are also a really useful reference.

At the end of most of my posts, there will be a green box where I link to relevant chapters of Wheelock's and other resources.  Those links will give you individual chapters, but I really think it's best to go ahead and get the whole book.  It won't be difficult to get your hands on a physical copy of this book, and if you're really serious about learning Latin, I think you should definitely get yourself a copy.

I work from the 6th edition, because that's the edition that I own, but there's already a new version out that you can pick up from a number of sources for rather cheap.  There are always plenty of used copies available as well, if you want to save a few bucks.

• Buy Wheelock's Latin from Amazon:

Wheelock's Latin 6th edition - Paperback
Wheelock's Latin 7th edition - Hardcover | Paperback

• Download Wheelock's Latin:

Because I love you.  Mind you, I only have the 6th edition available here, so if you want the 7th, well, you'll have to be a little resourceful

Wheelock's Latin 6th edition 
Grammar Tables - separated from the index of the 6th edition