The General History Of Polybius V2 (1823)

by Mr. Hampton

Book Overview

The General History of Polybius V2 is a historical text written by the ancient Greek historian Polybius. The book is a continuation of Polybius' earlier work, which covers the period from the beginning of the First Punic War in 264 BC to the end of the Second Macedonian War in 167 BC. The second volume of the General History picks up where the first left off, covering the period from 167 BC to the destruction of Corinth in 146 BC.Polybius was a prominent historian and statesman in ancient Greece, and his work is regarded as one of the most important sources of information on the political and military history of the Hellenistic period. In the General History, Polybius provides a detailed account of the wars and political events that shaped the ancient world during this time. He describes the rise of Rome as a dominant power in the Mediterranean, the struggles of the Greek city-states against Roman expansion, and the complex alliances and conflicts between various nations and factions.The General History of Polybius V2 is a valuable resource for historians and scholars studying the ancient world. It provides a detailed and nuanced account of the political and military events of the time, and offers insights into the social, cultural, and economic factors that shaped the ancient world. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and is accessible to both specialist and general readers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165131986
• ISBN13: 9781165131983
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 512 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"