The great Carthaginian general; Hannibal; remains one of the most fascinating personalities of the ancient world. Most are familiar with his famous trek across the Alps; complete with elephants and an army of tens of thousands; but fewer understand that the Carthaginian clash with Rome during the third century B.C. was a war between two mighty regional powers that would define the future of Mediterranean world. The victor of the Punic Wars would determine whether the focus would be on North Africa or along the Italian Peninsula.The Campaigns of Hannibal begins with an account of the organization; weapons; and chief tactics of both the Romans and Carthaginians; and then proceeds in chronological order through the thirteen campaigns waged by Hannibal against Rome over the course of 218–207 B.C.; including the battles of Trebbia and Cannae. After each campaign; the author discusses the salient points that students of strategy and the history of warfare should recognize. The book concludes with Hannibal's return to North Africa; his final defeat at Zama in 203 B.C.; his subsequent exile and death. Based on classical sources and originally published in 1858; The Campaigns of Hannibal is a model of clarity and synthesis; a wonderful one-volume history that is ideal for those who wish to learn more about Hannibal's military genius as well as those seeking a synopsis of the Punic Wars.
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Review
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Good Book; but not as good as a similar book by John Henrik ClarkeBy Egyptian GurlI always enjoy reading ANYTHING that John Henrik Clarke has written -- and this was no exception. However; many of the writings/essays that were compiled in this anthology can be found in a book written by John Henrik Clarke himself -- African World Revolution!These articles/writings; compiled by James Conyers; inspired me to review African World Revolution again. African World Revolution tells me just how far ahead of the world John Henrik Clarke was; and what a genius he was. As I read many of his familiar essays from "The Life and Times of John Henrik Clarke;" I became very sad; as I realized that African people have a long way to go for liberation; much of it being work to be done on their part.However; "The Life and Times of John Henrik Clarke" reminds us of what a great legacy Clarke left; and how we need to move forth. Thank you James Conyers; Jr. for reviving many of his great essays into this anthology.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. AN ANCESTOR TO FOLLOWBy S. NWADIEII gave this book to a friend who lost all his books in a fire at his home.He immediately told me; sistah; I am going to take my time and read this one. Where did you get it?I had already ordered myself another one; before I packaged it up as a gift.I have loved this Brotha since I bought his c.d. PanAfricanism or perish!
