Greek and Roman Military Writers: Selected Readings

Greek and Roman Military Writers: Selected Readings
ISBN-10
1134451180
ISBN-13
9781134451180
Category
History
Pages
256
Language
English
Published
2004-09-02
Publisher
Routledge
Author
Brian Campbell

Description

Brian Campbell has selected and translated a wide range of pieces from the ancient military writers who tell us about the technical aspects of military practice and the management of armies. The pieces cover a fascinating range of topics - battle formations and manoeuvres, different types of troops, the art of generalship, methods for conducting and resisting a siege, the construction of artillery and fortifications, and every kind of ploy used by generals to defeat their opponents. Each piece is annotated with further explanation and context, making this an essential resource for everyone studying the army and warfare in the classical age.

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