Livy Ab urbe condita Book XXII by John Briscoe PAPERBACK 9781108727082-image
Livy Ab urbe condita Book XXII by John Briscoe PAPERBACK 9781108727082-image

Livy Ab urbe condita Book XXII by John Briscoe PAPERBACK 9781108727082

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Genre: Ancient history ISBN: 9781108727082 Book Title: Livy Ab urbe condita Book XXII gtin13: 9781108727082 Topic: Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval

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Livy Ab urbe condita Book XXII by John Briscoe Paperback English Delivery Usually delivered in 2–3 working days (dispatched today if ordered before 3pm). Brand new copy from BookCurl – the UK independent online bookseller. ------------------------------ Book details ------------------------------ Author: John Briscoe Title: Livy Ab urbe condita Book XXII Format: Paperback Language: English Topic: Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval Publisher: Cambridge University Press Publication year: 2020 ISBN-13: 9781108727082 ISBN-10: 1108727085 ------------------------------ Description ------------------------------ Livy''s Ab urbe condita Book XXII narrates Hannibal''s massive defeats of the Romans at Trasimene (217 BC) and Cannae (216 BC). It is Livy''s best and most dramatic book, and the one most likely to appeal to students at every level. Livy drew on the Greek historian Polybius, but transformed his drier treatment into a rhetorical masterpiece, which by a series of insistent thematic contrasts brings out the tensions between the delaying tactics of Fabius and the costly rashness of Flaminius, Minucius and Varro. A substantial and accessibly written introduction by two experienced commentators covers historical, religious, literary and linguistic matters, including the place of Book XXII in the structure of Livy''s long work. A new text by Briscoe is followed by a full commentary, covering literary and historical aspects and offering frequent help with translation. The volume is suitable for undergraduates, graduate students, teachers, and scholars. Book XXII, narrating Hannibal's defeats of Rome at Trasimene and Cannae, is Livy's most dramatic book in which he transformed Polybius' source material into a rhetorical masterpiece. A new text is provided and the introduction and commentary treat historical, religious, literary and linguistic matters. It is suitable for students at all levels. ------------------------------ Why buy from BookCurl? ------------------------------ • 99.9% positive eBay feedback • All items brand new • Free tracked UK delivery • Independent UK bookseller with millions of titles • Secure packaging for safe delivery • Friendly support and recommendations BookCurl – Curl up with a good book. Search BookCurl for our full range.

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