Description
Spanning more than a thousand years of Roman military history, this compelling study examines the commanders who forged, defended, and expanded the Roman Empire. From the armies of the Republic to the challenges faced by Rome’s later emperors, it explores the lives, leadership, strategies, and battlefield decisions of the men who shaped Rome’s remarkable military success. Alongside campaigns and tactics, the book considers the human qualities behind victory—including ambition, discipline, loyalty, and political judgment—placing military achievement within the broader world of Roman power. Written with scholarly authority and an accessible narrative style, it offers an illuminating portrait of both Rome’s greatest generals and the army they led.
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paperback
Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Published Jul 15, 2010
323 pages
ISBN: 9780297864011
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Details
First Published
2003
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for In the Name of Rome by Adrian Goldsworthy.