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Hannibal's War

Oxford World's Classics Ser.

by Dexter Hoyos (Editor); J. C. Yardley (Translator)

Synopsis

Livy's great history of Rome contains, in Books 21 to 30, the definitive ancient account of Hannibal's invasion of Italy in 218 BC, and the war he fought with the Romans over the following sixteen years. Livy's gripping storytelling vividly conveys the drama of the great battles, and individuals as well as events are brought powerfully to slife. This new translation captures the brilliance of Livy's style, and is accompanied by a fascinating introduction and notes. The comprehensive introduction examines Livy, his work, his historical accuracy, his sources, and the course of Hannibal's campaign by a scholar well known for his work on Hannibal and his times. The edition includes a glossary of Roman and Carthaginian terms, a chronological table, an index, a series of detailed maps, and a discussion of the route of Hannibal from the south of Spain over the Alps to Italy. This wonderfully complete edition is perfect for lovers of classical literature, those with an interest in ancient or military history, and students in an array of classes.

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Book Information

Copyright year 2006
ISBN-13 9780192831590
ISBN-10 0192831593
Class Copyright
Publisher Oxford University Press Incorporated
Subject BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY;HISTORY
File Size 0 MB
Number of Pages 800
Length of Recording 38
Shelf No. HY286