| Author |
Niebuhr, Barthold Georg, 1776-1831 |
| Other |
Isler, M. (Meyer), 1807-1888 |
| Translator |
Chepmell, Havilland Le Mesurier |
| Translator |
Demmler, F. |
| Title |
Niebuhr's lectures on Roman history, Vol. 2 (of 3)
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| Original Publication |
London: Chatto & Windus, Piccadilly, 1875.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Wouter Franssen, Krista Zaleski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Niebuhr's Lectures on Roman History, Vol. 2" by Barthold Georg Niebuhr is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book, part of a three-volume series, focuses on significant events and figures in Roman history, particularly highlighting the First Punic War and the impact of various leaders and military strategies during this period. It draws from historical texts, offering insights into the nature of warfare, governance, and geopolitics of ancient Rome. The opening of this volume introduces the First Punic War, laying the groundwork by discussing the founding of Carthage, its growth into a powerful empire, and its clash with Rome. Niebuhr provides a detailed analysis of the Carthaginian and Roman military strategies, particularly the naval engagements that characterized this conflict. He examines the political and geographical contexts surrounding the war, including the role of leaders like Regulus and Hannibal, and underscores the intricate dynamics of warfare, both on land and at sea. This section sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the factors that shaped the outcomes of these historical conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
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| Subject |
Rome -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71385 |
| Release Date |
Aug 10, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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