Sparta At War
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Sparta And War
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Author : Stephen Hodkinson
language : en
Publisher: Classical Press of Wales
Release Date : 2006-12-31
Sparta And War written by Stephen Hodkinson and has been published by Classical Press of Wales this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-12-31 with History categories.
Ten new essays from a distinguished international cast treat Sparta's most famous area of activity. The results are challenging. Among the contributors, Thomas Figueira explores the paradox that Sparta's cavalry was an undistinguished institution. Jean Ducat conducts the most thorough study to date of Sparta's official cowards, the 'tremblers'. Anton Powell asks why Sparta chose not to destroy Athens after the Peloponnesian War. And Stephen Hodkinson argues that the image of Spartan society as militaristic may after all be a?mirage. This is the sixth volume from the International Sparta Seminar, founded by Powell and Hodkinson in 1988. The series has established itself as the main forum for the study of Spartan history.
Sparta At War
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Author : Scott M. Rusch
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 2011-12-01
Sparta At War written by Scott M. Rusch and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-12-01 with History categories.
The story of this military powerhouse of ancient Greece, and its nearly two centuries of battlefield triumphs. During the eighth century BC, Sparta became one of the leading cities of ancient Greece, conquering the southern Peloponnese, and from the mid-sixth century BC until the mid-fourth, Sparta became a military power of recognized importance. For almost two centuries the massed Spartan army remained unbeaten in the field. Spartan officers also commanded with great success armies of mercenaries or coalition allies, as well as fleets of war galleys. Although it is the stand of the Three Hundred at Thermopylae that has earned Sparta undying fame, it was her victories over both Persian invaders and the armies and navies of Greek rivals that upheld her position of leadership in Greece. Even a steady decline in Spartiate numbers, aggravated by a terrible earthquake in 464 BC, failed to end Spartan dominance. Only when the Thebans learned how to defeat the massed Spartan army in pitched battle was Sparta toppled from her position of primacy. In this volume, Scott Rusch examines what is known of the history of Sparta, from the settlement of the city to her defeat at Theban hands, focusing upon military campaigns and the strategic circumstances that drove them. Rusch offers fresh perspectives on important questions of Spartan history, and illuminates some of antiquity's most notable campaigns.
The Spartan War Fund
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Author : William T. Loomis
language : en
Publisher: Franz Steiner Verlag
Release Date : 1992
The Spartan War Fund written by William T. Loomis and has been published by Franz Steiner Verlag this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with History categories.
A new and expanded text, with translation, of the best-known Spartan inscription (Meiggs & Lewis no. 67), together with detailed epigraphical, textual, historical and economic commentaries. The new text is based on a fresh examination of the stone, the diaries of early travellers (who saw the stone when it was better preserved than it is today), and a newly discovered fragment, which adds Aiginetan and Chian exiles, and individual Achaians and Spartans, to the list of Sparta's war supporters. This new text enables the date of the inscription, previously controversial, to be fixed in the early years of the Peloponnesian War, thereby shedding light on Spartan war-finance and Greek attitudes towards Athens in the 420s and providing a badly-needed fixed point for Laconian Epigraphy. The monograph also clarifies the meaning of the Greek words "pheugo", "phugas".
The Plague Of War
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Author : Jennifer Tolbert Roberts
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2017
The Plague Of War written by Jennifer Tolbert Roberts and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with History categories.
A major new history of the violent, protracted conflict between ancient Athens and Sparta.
The Great War Between Athens And Sparta
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Author : Bernard William Henderson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1973
The Great War Between Athens And Sparta written by Bernard William Henderson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1973 with categories.
The Great War Between Athens And Sparta
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Author : Bernard William Henderson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1927
The Great War Between Athens And Sparta written by Bernard William Henderson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1927 with Greece categories.
The History Of The Peloponnesian War
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Author : Thucydides
language : en
Publisher: Good Press
Release Date : 2023-11-17
The History Of The Peloponnesian War written by Thucydides and has been published by Good Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-17 with History categories.
Thucydides' 'The History of the Peloponnesian War' is a classic Greek historical text that chronicles the lengthy and brutal conflict between Athens and Sparta in the 5th century BC. Written in a precise and analytical style, Thucydides carefully examines the political and military strategies employed by both sides, providing valuable insights into the nature of power and human behavior during wartime. The book is known for its objective approach to history, as Thucydides sought to present events based on his meticulous research and firsthand experiences. His emphasis on the importance of rational thought and the consequences of actions make this work a timeless piece of historical literature. Thucydides, an Athenian general and historian, wrote 'The History of the Peloponnesian War' as a critical analysis of the war that he personally witnessed and participated in. His background in military leadership and political affairs gives his account a unique perspective and authority, making it a highly regarded historical source. Thucydides' commitment to accuracy and impartiality sets his work apart from other ancient historians, elevating it to a level of scholarly importance. For any reader interested in ancient Greek history, military strategy, or political theory, Thucydides' 'The History of the Peloponnesian War' is a must-read. Its detailed accounts of the war, insightful analysis of human behavior, and enduring relevance make it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of conflict and decision-making in the ancient world and beyond.
The History Of The Peloponnesian War Complete Edition
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Author : Thucydides
language : en
Publisher: e-artnow
Release Date : 2018-11-02
The History Of The Peloponnesian War Complete Edition written by Thucydides and has been published by e-artnow this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-11-02 with History categories.
This eBook has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. The History of the Peloponnesian War is a historical account of the Peloponnesian War (431–404 BC), which was fought between the Peloponnesian League (led by Sparta) and the Delian League (led by Athens). It was written by Thucydides, an Athenian historian who also happened to serve as an Athenian general during the war. His account of the conflict is widely considered to be a classic and regarded as one of the earliest scholarly works of history. The History is divided into eight books.
Sparta S First Attic War
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Author : Paul Anthony Rahe
language : en
Publisher: Yale University Press
Release Date : 2019-08-06
Sparta S First Attic War written by Paul Anthony Rahe and has been published by Yale University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-08-06 with History categories.
A "provocative, intriguing and cogently argued" exploration of the collapse of the Spartan-Athenian alliance (David Stuttard, Classics for All). During the Persian Wars, Sparta and Athens worked in tandem to defeat what was, in terms of relative resources and power, the greatest empire in human history. For the decade and a half that followed, they continued their collaboration until a rift opened and an intense, strategic rivalry began. In a continuation of his series on ancient Sparta, noted historian Paul Rahe examines the grounds for their alliance, the reasons for its eventual collapse, and the first stage in an enduring conflict that would wreak havoc on Greece for six decades. Throughout, Rahe argues that the alliance between Sparta and Athens and their eventual rivalry were extensions of their domestic policy, and that the grand strategy each articulated in the wake of the Persian Wars and the conflict that arose in due course grew out of the opposed material interests and moral imperatives inherent in their different regimes. Praise for the series "Persuasive." — New York Times Book Review "[Rahe] has an excellent eye for military logistics." — Wall Street Journal
The Great War Between Athens And Sparta A Companion To The Military History Of Thucydides
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Author : Dr. Bernard W. Henderson
language : en
Publisher: Hauraki Publishing
Release Date : 2015-11-06
The Great War Between Athens And Sparta A Companion To The Military History Of Thucydides written by Dr. Bernard W. Henderson and has been published by Hauraki Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-11-06 with History categories.
As "a companion to the military history of Thucydides," this learned and thoughtful treatise by a well-known Oxford tutor is assured of a hearty welcome. For Dr. Henderson, in retelling the story of the most famous of all wars, gives the essence of many commentaries on Thucydides, with numerous maps and plans, and also cites recent parallels to the old campaigns. Thucydides is so modern in his outlook that this method of treatment is not merely permissible but entirely appropriate. Dr. Henderson has a vivacious style and enters heartily into the spirit of the many dramatic episodes, such as Cleon's victory at Sphacteria, or the desecrating of the "Herniae" on the very eve of the sailing of the expedition to Syracuse, or the condemnation of the Athenian generals after their last great sea-victory at Arginusae. Even those who think that they know their Thucydides well may learn a good deal from the book. And the implied lesson of the crimes and follies that an uncontrolled democracy can commit—comes out stronger than ever.—The Spectator Archive