The Cambridge Ancient History Volume 7, Part 2: The Rise of Rome to 220 BC

Walbank, F. W.

ISBN 10: 0521234468 / ISBN 13: 9780521234467

Published by Cambridge University Press, 1990

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Cambridge Ancient History Volume 7, Part 2: The Rise of Rome to 220 BC
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 1990
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521234468
• ISBN 13: 9780521234467
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

This volume of the second edition of The Cambridge Ancient History traces the history of Rome from its origins to the eve of the Second Punic War. It begins with a survey of sources for early Roman history. An examination of the first discernible traces of the Bronze Age settlement is followed by an assessment of the regal period. The complex and often controversial history of the early republic is analyzed with reference to its internal development, the evolution of its relationships with the Latins, and its ruthless assaults upon various parts of Italy. Later sections discuss the intervention of Pyrrhus and its aftermath which leads to consideration of Rome's relationships with Carthage, the First Punic War, and the beginnings of overseas empire.

Book Description

This volume of the second edition of the Cambridge Ancient History traces the history of Rome from its origins to the eve of the Second Punic War. Although the period covered is essentially the same as in the undivided Volume VII of the first edition, the treatment of the material is completely fresh and is much more extensive.