The Peloponnesian War 431-404 BC
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The Peloponnesian War 431-404 BC by Philip De Souza
Even today, the events of the Peloponnesian War are studied for what they can teach about diplomacy, strategy and tactics. This book reveals the darker side of Classical Greek civilization. From the horrific effects of overcrowding and the plague on the population of Athens, to the vicious civil strife that often erupted in cities allied with Athens or Sparta, this volume offers vivid and at times disturbing insights into the impact of warfare on the people who are celebrated as the founders of Western civilization.
Dr Philip de Souza FRHistS studied History and Classics at Royal Holloway College, London. He is the author of ‘Piracy in the Graeco-Roman World’ (Cambridge, 1999), plus numerous articles and essays on Greek and Roman history. He is a contributor to the ‘Cambridge History of Greek and Roman Warfare’ and is a Senior Lecturer in ancient history at the University of Surrey.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781841763576 |
| ISBN 10 | 1841763578 |
| Title | The Peloponnesian War 431-404 BC |
| Author | Philip De Souza |
| Series | Essential Histories |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2002-11-14 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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