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The Rise of the Roman Empire (Paperback)
Published by Penguin Books, London, 1980
ISBN 10: 0140443622ISBN 13: 9780140443622
Book First Edition
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. In writing his account of the relentless growth of the Roman Empire, the Greek statesman Polybius set out to help his fellow-countrymen understand how their world came to be dominated by Rome. Opening with the Punic War in 264 BC, he records the critical stages of Roman expansion - its campaigns throughout the Mediterranean, the temporary setbacks inflicted by Hannibal and the final destruction of Carthage in 146 BC. An active participant in contemporary politics, as well as a friend of many prominent Roman citizens, Polybius was able to draw on a range of eyewitness accounts, alongside his own experiences of many of the central events, giving his work immediacy and authority. Presenting Punic War in 264 BC, this title records the critical stages of Roman expansion: its campaigns throughout the Mediterranean, the temporary setbacks inflicted by Hannibal and the final destruction of Carthage. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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The Rise of the Roman Empire (Paperback)
Published by Penguin Books Ltd, London, 1979
ISBN 10: 0140443622ISBN 13: 9780140443622
Book First Edition
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Penguin Classics relaunchThe Greek statesman Polybius (c.200-118 BC) wrote his account of the relentless growth of the Roman Empire in order to help his fellow countrymen understand how their world came to be dominated by Rome. Opening with the Punic War in 264 BC, he vividly records the critical stages of Roman expansion- its campaigns throughout the Mediterranean, the temporary setbacks inflicted by Hannibal and the final destruction of Carthage. An active participant of the politics of his time as well as a friend of many prominent Roman citizens, Polybius drew on many eyewitness accounts in writing this cornerstone work of history. Presenting Punic War in 264 BC, this title records the critical stages of Roman expansion: its campaigns throughout the Mediterranean, the temporary setbacks inflicted by Hannibal and the final destruction of Carthage. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
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The Rise of the Roman Empire (Paperback)
Published by Penguin Books Ltd, London, 1979
ISBN 10: 0140443622ISBN 13: 9780140443622
Book First Edition
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Penguin Classics relaunchThe Greek statesman Polybius (c.200-118 BC) wrote his account of the relentless growth of the Roman Empire in order to help his fellow countrymen understand how their world came to be dominated by Rome. Opening with the Punic War in 264 BC, he vividly records the critical stages of Roman expansion- its campaigns throughout the Mediterranean, the temporary setbacks inflicted by Hannibal and the final destruction of Carthage. An active participant of the politics of his time as well as a friend of many prominent Roman citizens, Polybius drew on many eyewitness accounts in writing this cornerstone work of history. Presenting Punic War in 264 BC, this title records the critical stages of Roman expansion: its campaigns throughout the Mediterranean, the temporary setbacks inflicted by Hannibal and the final destruction of Carthage. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
