Description
Book SynopsisThis is an historical biography of Hannibal, the military leader of Carthage responsible for waging a dramatic onslaught on Rome during the Punic Wars. The book offers a perspective on this complex and turbulent period in the demise of the Hellenistic world and the rise of Rome.
Trade Review"Lancel's new study should remain for some time to come the best treatment in English focusing on Hannibal specifically. Eminently readable and with a chronological chart and maps,
Hannibal will appeal to readers at all levels."
Choice "Hannibal combines readability with solid scholarship. Lancel's particular strength is his close acquaintance with things Carthaginian. He has excavated there and is the author of a history of the city which is also available in English. This competence means that, in so far as the source material will allow it, he is able to write from a sympathetic Punic perspective." Greece and Rome
Table of ContentsList of Figures.
Foreword.
Glossary.
1. Hamilcar Barca.
2. Time for Spain.
3. From Cartagena to the Po Valley.
4.'Blitzkrieg' - from the Trebia to Cannae.
5. Declining Fortunes.
6. Setbacks.
7. Zama.
8. Exile.
9. Heritage, Legend and Image.
Chronological Highlights.
Bibliography.
Index.
