| Author |
Zamenhof, L. L. (Ludwik Lejzer), 1859-1917 |
| Title |
Fundamenta Krestomatio
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Starner, William Patterson and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Fundamenta Krestomatio" by L. L. Zamenhof is a foundational text for the Esperanto language, written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a comprehensive collection of exercises, stories, and examples designed to introduce and educate readers about Esperanto, its grammatical structure, and proper usage. The book aims to provide models of Esperanto style to prevent confusion and maintain the integrity of the language as it gains popularity worldwide. At the start of "Fundamenta Krestomatio," Zamenhof emphasizes the importance of having a standardized resource for those learning Esperanto. He addresses common pitfalls faced by learners, such as the risks of encountering poorly written examples and the need for critical engagement with the language. The opening section contains introductory exercises that demonstrate basic vocabulary and grammatical rules through simple sentences about animals, family, and nature. This structured approach sets the stage for subsequent content that includes tales and legends, enriching the reader's experience with culturally relevant narratives while reinforcing their language skills. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Esperanto |
| LoC Class |
PM: Language and Literatures: Indigenous American and Artificial Languages
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| Subject |
Esperanto -- Readers
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8224 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
207 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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