Greek and Roman Military Writers: Selected Readings

by J.B. Campbell

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 041528547X
• ISBN13: 9780415285476
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.4"