The Works of Sallust (Classic Reprint): Translated Into English - Couverture souple

Sallust Sallust

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1332953662 ISBN 13 : 9781332953660

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Relentless power struggles meet battlefield strategy in Rome’s war with Jugurtha.

A vivid, authoritative look at the conflict that tested Rome’s leadership and reshaped its future, tracing how ambition, alliance, and cunning shaped a landmark North African war. The narrative centers on Roman generals, court intrigues, and hard choices as Jugurtha’s fate intertwines with Rome’s politics. It presents key moments from the battlefield to the conference room, showing how diplomacy, deception, and military might collided in a pivotal chapter of the late republic.

• Meet the main players: Jugurtha, Bocchus, Sylla, Marius, and other influential figures shaping Roman policy.
• Follow the twists of negotiation, betrayal, and shifting loyalties that influence both war aims and political power.
• See how Rome’s leaders balance conquest with civic stability and internal factional tensions.
• Explore the broader implications of this war for Rome’s strategy, governance, and future expansions.

Ideal for readers who want a clear, accessible account of a critical period in Roman history and the complex politics behind a major military campaign.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1332953662
• ISBN 13: 9781332953660
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 468
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