Rome Versus Carthage: The War at Sea

By Christa Steinby

"Through careful narration and incisive analysis of the various military operations, Steinby convincingly demonstrates that control of the seas was crucial for Rome's final victory over Carthage. This book is essential reading for anyone wishing to further deepen their knowledge of an often overlooked aspect of the wars between Rome and Carthage." - The NYMAS Review

The epic struggle between Carthage and Rome, two of the superpowers of the ancient world, is most famous for land battles in Italy, on the Iberian peninsula and in North Africa. But warfare at sea, which played a vital role in the First and Second Punic Wars, rarely receives the attention it deserves. And it is the monumental clashes of the Carthaginian and Roman fleets in the Mediterranean that are the focus of Christa Steinby's absorbing study.

She exploits new evidence, including the latest archaeological discoveries, and she looks afresh at the ancient sources and quotes extensively from them. In particular she shows how the Romans' seafaring tradition and their skill, determination and resourcefulness eventually gave them a decisive advantage. In doing so, she overturns the myths and misunderstandings that have tended to distort our understanding of Roman naval warfare.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1844159191
• ISBN13: 9781844159192
• Release Date: December 2014
• Publisher: Pen & Sword Military
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.4" x 9.3"