'These volumes are sure to be the standard reference on classical military history in the English-speaking world for some time ... The quality of the chapters and the sheer readability of the work is very high and the editors and authors are to be congratulated for the production of these very useful volumes.' Nuncius: Journal of the History of Science
Warfare was the single biggest preoccupation of historians in antiquity. In recent decades fresh textual interpretations, numerous new archaeological discoveries and a much broader analytical focus emphasising social, economic, political and cultural approaches have transformed our understanding of ancient warfare. This two-volume History reflects these developments and provides a systematic account, written by a distinguished cast of contributors, of the various themes underlying the warfare of the Greek world from Archaic Greece to the Arab conquests of the seventh century AD. For each broad period developments in troop-types, equipment, strategy and tactics are discussed. These are placed in the broader context of developments in international relations and the relationship of warfare to both the state and wider society. Numerous illustrations, a glossary and chronology, and information about the authors mentioned supplement the text. This will become the primary reference work for specialists and non-specialists alike.
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Systematic account of the various themes underlying the warfare of the Greek and Roman worlds from the Archaic Age of Greece to the Arab conquests of the seventh century AD. It reflects recent developments resulting from new evidence and fresh analyses emphasising social, economic, political and economic approaches.
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Systematic and up-to-date account of warfare from Archaic Greece to the seventh century AD.
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9780521857796
Publisert
2007-12-06
Utgiver
Cambridge University Press
Vekt
2384 gr
Høyde
234 mm
Bredde
152 mm
Dybde
82 mm
Aldersnivå
06, P
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Kombinasjonsprodukt
Antall sider
1328