Carthaginian Warrior 264146 BC by Nic Fields

Carthaginian Warrior 264146 BC by Nic Fields

The armies of Carthage were diverse, made up of men of various ethnic groups, military specializations, and even motivations. Whilst some were citizen soldiers fighting on behalf of their state, others were ruthless mercenaries who remained loyal only so long as they were paid. As the Punic Wars progressed and the merits of professional soldiers became appreciated, mercenaries became the backbone of Carthaginian armies. Backed up by detailed reference to historical sources, this book examines the life of a Carthaginian warrior, following his experiences from initial recruitment to final battle, and focusing on what he ate, the equipment he carried and the tactics he used on the battlefield. This in-depth analysis of warriors in daily life and battle is accompanied by archival photographs and vibrant illustrations from Steve Noon.

Dr Nic Fields started his career as a biochemist before joining the Royal Marines. After the military, he completed a BA and PhD in ancient history at the University of Newcastle. He was assistant director at the British School at Athens, Greece, and then a lecturer in ancient history at the University of Edinburgh. Nic is now a freelance author and researcher.

Steve Noon attended art college in Cornwall and since 1985 has worked as a professional artist. Steve has provided award-winning illustrations for the publishers Dorling Kindersley, where his interest in historical illustration began.

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ISBN 13	9781846039584
ISBN 10	1846039584
Title	Carthaginian Warrior 264146 BC
Author	Nic Fields
Series	Warrior
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Osprey Publishing
Year published	2010-09-21
Number of pages	64
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.