The Rise of the Roman Empire by Polybius

The Rise of the Roman Empire by Polybius

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The Rise of the Roman Empire by Polybius

Presenting Punic War in 264 BC, this title records the critical stages of Roman expansion: its campaigns throughout the Mediterranean, the temporary setbacks inflicted by Hannibal and the final destruction of Carthage.

Polybius lived from 200-118 BC and was a Greek statesman and historian.


F.W. Walbank has published numerous works on ancient Greece. Ian Scott-Kilvert has also translated Plutarch's works for Penguin Classics.

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ISBN 13 9780140443622
ISBN 10 0140443622
Title The Rise of the Roman Empire
Author Polybius
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Year published 1979-10-25
Number of pages 576
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.