Greek and Roman Military Writers: Selected Readings
by Brian Campbell
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- ISBN 13
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Synopsis
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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- The Saint Bookstore (GB)
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- A9780415285476
- Title
- Greek and Roman Military Writers: Selected Readings
- Author
- Brian Campbell
- Book Condition
- New
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 041528547X
- ISBN 13
- 9780415285476
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Place of Publication
- London
- This edition first published
- October 28, 2004