Dimensions
153 x 234 x 27mm
The Punic Wars (264-146 BC) sprang from a mighty power struggle between two ancient civilizations - the trading empire of Carthage and the military confederation of Rome. It was a p[period of astonishing human misfortune, lasting over a period of 118 years and resulting in the radical depletion of Rome's population and resources and the complete annihilation of Carthage. All this took place more than 2,000 years ago, yet, as Nigel Bagnall's comprehensive history demonstrates, the ancient conflict is remarkable for its contemporary relevance.
This is a serious and well-informed book on the wars between Rome and Carthage. It is not, however, simple a piece of disinterested research, but a tale with a moral for current politics - the interplay of strategic and operational decisions, the risks of politics in a time of war, and the importance of morale.
