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WARFARE IN THE ANCIENT WORLD

(RICHARD HUMBLE)

War and the preparation for war have been one of mankind's most constant preoccupations and a crucial factor in the shaping of civilizations.  Amongst the earliest archaeological finds is evidence that even before the dawn of recorded history, splendidly equipped warriors were fighting in elaborately organised battles; and during the classical age of Greece and Rome, great generals like Alexander, Hannibal, and Julius Caesar set standards of skill and achievement against which all later commanders have to be measured.

From the earliest battles between the city states of Mesopotamia; through the clashes of ancient peoples like the Egyptians, Assyrians, Persians, and Greeks; to the superb war machine of Rome which built and then defended an empire which encompassed much of the known world, Richard humble surveys the great sweep of warfare in the ancient world, and provides the first comprehensive military history of the period intended both for the enthusiast and the general reader.

The development of strategy and tactics on land and sea, and descriptions of certain crucial battles are linked to the changes in weaponry and organisation which moulded them.  Illustrations and specially commissioned maps and drawings are used to supplement and expand upon the events and subjects described in the text.

This 1980 edition hardback publication is in good overall condition.  The pages are tightly bound and are free from tears, creases, and any significant marks.  The dustjacket, which has more recently been sealed to the hardboard covers, displays some rubbing and light knocks to the edges and corners together with some ‘sunburn’ (fading) to the spine and surrounding area (see photograph).  The book runs to 255 pages (25cm x 18.5cm), includes a general index, and is well illustrated throughout with photographs and artists’ illustrations, many in colour