Hannibal
Samenvatting
This is an historical biography of Hannibal, the military leader of Carthage responsible for waging a dramatic onslaught on Rome during the Punic Wars. One of the few generals of history to be famous for the war he lost, Hannibal′s attack in 218BC – which included his renowned march of elephants across the Alps – ranks amongst the most courageous and ill–fated enterprises in the history of the ancient world. This definitive biography of one of the most fascinating figures of ancient history offers a fresh perspective on the demise of the Hellenistic world and the rise of Rome.
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<p>Foreword.</p>
<p>Glossary.</p>
<p>1. Hamilcar Barca.</p>
<p>2. Time for Spain.</p>
<p>3. From Cartagena to the Po Valley.</p>
<p>4.′Blitzkrieg′ – from the Trebia to Cannae.</p>
<p>5. Declining Fortunes.</p>
<p>6. Setbacks.</p>
<p>7. Zama.</p>
<p>8. Exile.</p>
<p>9. Heritage, Legend and Image.</p>
<p>Chronological Highlights.</p>
<p>Bibliography.</p>
<p>Index.</p>

