“Reading Latin: Text and Vocabulary” by Keith C. Sidwell is a comprehensive language course published by Cambridge University Press in 2016. This second edition book features a series of original classical Latin texts, starting with adaptations and gradually introducing unadulterated prose and verse for reading. The course is designed for college audiences, offering a gradual progression to help mature beginners read classical Latin fluently and intelligently. With a focus on Latin literature and ancient languages, this book is illustrated and includes a table of content detailing the sections covered. It provides valuable insights into the influence of Latin on English and European culture from antiquity to the present.