Battles and battlefields of ancient Greece : guide to their history, topography and archaeology / C. Jacob Butera and Matthew A. Sears.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Butera, C. Jacob, author.

Sears, Matthew A., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Battles--Great Britain--History--To 1500.

Battles.

Greece--History, Military--Military -- To 146 B.C.

Greece.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (412 pages)

Place of Publication:

Yorkshire ; Philadelphia : Pen & Sword Military, 2019.

Summary:

"This useful work will appeal to a wide audience, from military buffs to historically minded tourists (and their guides), to students and scholars." - Choice Greece was the scene of some of the most evocative and decisive battles in the ancient world. This volume brings together the ancient evidence and modern scholarship on twenty battlefields throughout Greece. It is a handy resource for visitors of every level of experience, from the member of a guided tour to the veteran military historian. The introductory chapter outlines some of the most pressing and interesting issues in the study of Ancient Greek battles and battlefields and offers a crash course on ancient warfare. Twenty lively chapters explore battlefields selected for both their historical importance and their inspiring sites. In addition to accessible overviews of each battle, this book provides all the information needed for an intellectually and aesthetically rewarding visit, including transport and travel details, museum overviews, and further reading.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781473889996

1473889995

9781473889989

1473889987

9781473890008

1473890004