The histories, paperback/polybius

Here is the first new translation for over thirty years of Polybius Histories , the major source for our knowledge of the Eternal Citys early rise to power, covering the years of the Second Punic War, the defeat of Hannibal, and Romes pivotal victories in the Mediterranean.

Polybius, himself a leading Greek politician of the time, attributes Romes success to the greatness of its constitution and the character of its people, but also allows Fortune a role in shaping world events.

This new translation by Robin Waterfield includes the first five books in their entirety, and all of the fragmentary Books 6 and 12.

Brian McGings lucid introduction discusses the period covered by the Histories , Polybius major role in the reconstruction of Greece after the defeat of the Achaean League, the themes and subject matter of the individual books, Polybius outspoken views on how (and how not), and his significance for historiography.

The book also includes succinct, clear notes, maps, a glossary, and an index of proper names.

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