The Ghosts of Cannae: Hannibal and the Darkest Hour of the Roman Republic
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NATIONAL BESTSELLER For millennia, Carthage's triumph over Rome at Cannae in 216 B.C. has inspired reverence and awe. No general since has matched Hannibal's most unexpected, innovative, and brutal military victory. Now Robert L. O'Connell, one of the most admired names in military history, tells the whole story of Cannae for the first time, giving us a stirring account of this apocalyptic battle, its causes and consequences. O'Connell brilliantly...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0812978676
ISBN13:9780812978674
Release Date:September 2011
Publisher:Random House Trade
Length:336 Pages
Weight:0.62 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 5.2" x 8.0"
Related Subjects
Ancient Rome Political Turmoil Africa Ancient Ancient Civilizations History Military North Africa RomeCustomer Reviews
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Very readable and relatable
Published by Ken , 2 years ago
A very approachable writing style. I appreciate how O’Connell reaches back to remind us what was said a few chapters ago and how he telegraphs “this will be important later”. He deftly sets the stage for an engaging story.
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