einzelne wrote:Le Baron wrote:I'm inclined to agree, which makes me again think: why does Luke Ranieri have to be a perfect reader? Or be compared to a classicist? His thing is speaking Latin, but he can clearly read it.
He doesn't have to be. My point is simple: let's celebrate his achievements but let's not exaggerate his competence. So that others would have realistic expectations. And really, when it comes to classical works, there's nothing shameful about checking dictionary or critical apparatus time and then.
If you’re curious on how well his speaking helps with sight reading a new text and amount of comprehension, why not just ask him? He’s pretty responsive to comments and seems honest and upfront about things.