Have you ever wondered where 'e.g.' comes from It is a Latin expression: 'exempla gratia'. Curiosities like this are the core of this course, given that over 60% of all English words have Greek or Latin roots. Taught by a classicist, this course is a light and informative introduction to elements of Latin exploring English words derived from Latin. The course will help you improve your writing through knowledge of Latin derivatives, and you will discover curiosities about English vocabulary.