Oxford University Press, USA, November Date: 2010. Trade Paperback . Very Good. Here is the first new translation for over thirty years of Polybius' <em>Histories</em>, the major source for our knowledge of the Eternal City's early rise to power, covering the years of the Second Punic War, the defeat of Hannibal, and Rome's pivotal victories in the Mediterranean. Polybius, himself a leading Greek politician of the time, attributes Rome's 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 McGing's lucid introduction discusses the period covered by the <em>Histories</em>, 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. <p/><strong>About the Series: </strong>For over 100 years <strong>Oxford World's Classics</strong> has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate ...

Paperback. Very Good. ISBN 0199534705 9780199534708 [GB]

ISBN10: 0199534705, ISBN13: 9780199534708, [publisher: Oxford University Press Nov 2010] Softcover Neuware - 'no one else in our times has attempted to write a universal history'Polybius' ambitious goal was to describe how Rome conquered the Mediterranean world in less than fifty-three years. This great study of imperialism takes the reader back to Rome's first encounter with Carthage in 264 and forward to her destruction of that renowned city in 146. Polybius, himself a leading Greek politician of the time, emphasizes the importance of practical experience for the writing of political history as well as the critical assessment of all the evidence. He attributes Rome'ssuccess to the greatness of its constitution and the character of its people, but also allows Fortune a role in designing the shape of world events.This new translation by Robin Waterfield, the first for over thirty years, includes the first five books in their entirety, and all of the fragmentary Books 6 and 12, containing Polybius' account of the Roman constitution and his outspoken views on how (and how not) to write history. Brian McGing's accompanying introduction and notes illuminate this remarkable political history.ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus ...
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Oxford University Press, USA, Date: 2010-11-05. Paperback. Used: Good. 2010. Oxford University Press, USA ISBN 0199534705 9780199534708 [US]

Paperback / softback. New. Polybius' account of Rome's rise to world power and her method of rule is a major source for the history of the years 220-146 BC. This new translation includes Books 1-5 in their entirety and all of the fragmentary Books 6 and 12 on the Roman constitution and historiography. It is accompanied by an illuminating introduction and notes. ISBN 0199534705 9780199534708 [GB]

Paperback / softback. New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; Polybius' account of Rome's rise to world power and her method of rule is a major source for the history of the years 220-146 BC. This new translation includes Books 1-5 in their entirety and all of the fragmentary Books 6 and 12 on the ISBN 0199534705 9780199534708 [GB]

Oxford Univ Pr, Date: 2010. Paperback. New. 560 pages. 8.00x5.25x1.25 inches. 2010. Oxford Univ Pr ISBN 0199534705 9780199534708 [GB]

Paperback. New. ISBN 0199534705 9780199534708 [TR]

ISBN10: 0199534705, ISBN13: 9780199534708, [publisher: OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS ESPAÑA] Softcover 01/01/2011
[Madrid, M, Spain] [Publication Year: 2011]