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Product Identifiers
PublisherThames & Hudson
ISBN-100500288992
ISBN-139780500288993
eBay Product ID (ePID)109178177
Product Key Features
Book TitleComplete Roman Army
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2011
TopicAncient / General, Ancient / Rome
IllustratorYes
GenreHistory
AuthorAdrian Goldsworthy
Book SeriesThe Complete Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight28 Oz
Item Length10.1 in
Item Width7.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition22
ReviewsIf you or someone you love has an interest in Rome, ancient history, or military history, this would make an excellent gift come Christmas.
TitleLeadingThe
Series Volume Number0
Dewey Decimal355.00937
Synopsis"An outstanding general study of the Roman military system. . . . The best one-volume treatment of the subject now in existence."--Historian, This book is the first to examine in detail not just the early imperial army but also the citizens' militia of the Republic and the army of the later Empire. The unprecedented scope and longevity of Roman military success is placed in the context of ordinary soldiers' daily lives, whether spent in the quiet routine of a peaceful garrison or in arduous campaign and violent combat. Key battles and tactics are described, and there are brief biographies of the great commanders. Drawing on archaeology, ancient art, and original documentary sources, this book presents the most convincing history ever published of the Roman army., Your complete one-volume guide to the year 2014. This fantastic and in-depth book includes month-by-month forecasts for every sign and all you need to know to find out what is in store for you in the year ahead. The only one-volume horoscope youe(tm)ll ever need. Your essential guide to love, life and career success in 2014. This popular, complete one-volume guide contains all you need to know about your personal horoscope for the year 2014. Be prepared for the forthcoming year with monthly predictions for your own sign and discover how to maximise your opportunities and potential to make the most of 2014. This best-selling astrological guide contains: e A personality profile for each sign e A forecast for the year ahead e" what you can expect in terms of wealth, home, health, social and love life e A month-by-month forecast of your best days and worst days e" the ideal days to attract love, money or success, and when ite(tm)s better to just stay in bed! Joseph Polansky is a leading US astrologer who has been practising astrology for over 20 years., The Roman army was one of the most successful fighting forces in history. Its organization and tactics were highly advanced and would not be equalled again until the modern era while spectacular monuments to its perseverance and engineering skill are still visible today. Drawing on archaeology, ancient art and original documentary sources The Complete Roman Army presents a thorough and convincing picture of the world's most famous fighting machine. The unprecedented scope of Roman military success is placed in the context of ordinary soldiers' daily lives, whether spent in the quiet routine of a peaceful garrison or in arduous campaign and violent combat. Every aspect of the Roman army, from the daily lives of individual soldiers to the outcome of major campaigns, is explored in five accessible sections, including the development of the legionary structure, the use of cavalry and auxiliary troops and the creation of the navy. Discussions of key Roman battles, hundreds of illustrations and brief biographies of the great commanders bring the campaigns and personalities to life., The Roman army was one of the most successful fighting forces in history. Its organization and tactics were highly advanced and were unequaled until the modern era. Spectacular monuments to its perseverance and engineering skill are still visible today, most notably Hadrian's Wall and the siegeworks around the fortress of Masada. This book is the first to examine in detail not just the early imperial army but also the citizens' militia of the Republic and the army of the later Empire. The unprecedented scope and longevity of Roman military success is placed in the context of ordinary soldiers' daily lives, whether spent in the quiet routine of a peaceful garrison or in arduous campaign and violent combat. Key battles and tactics are described, and there are brief biographies of the great commanders. Drawing on archaeology, ancient art, and original documentary sources, this book presents the most convincing history ever published of the Roman army.
LC Classification NumberU35
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