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Author | : Quintus Curtius |
Publisher | : Fortress of the Mind Publications |
Total Pages | : 276 |
Release | : 2019-09-21 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 1693918668 |
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This new, original translation of Cornelius Nepos's "Lives of the Great Commanders" is the first to appear in many generations. It is also the first completely illustrated and annotated translation of this ageless classic. It contains the following special features that are specifically designed for the general reader or student: 1. Over forty illustrations, including original portrait art and historical illustrations. 2. Over four hundred and forty descriptive footnotes that explain every name, location, and literary point of interest in the text. 3. A fresh, modern English translation that is faithful to the original Latin text. 4. A detailed foreword, descriptive introduction, map, and index for ease of reference. The Roman writer Cornelius Nepos (c. 110 B.C.--c. 25 B.C.) was one of the first biographers in the Western tradition. His "Lives of the Great Commanders" presents memorable and entertaining sketches of some of the most famous military and political leaders of antiquity. Written with a strong moral purpose, his book was taught and studied in schools for many centuries. Through him we learn what character traits made his subjects great, and what shortcomings produced their downfalls. Nepos's instructional biographies have never been more needed or relevant today. His themes--character, moral development, political freedom, and the consequences of corruption--are timeless and universal in their interest. A self-contained unit, this new translation is ideal both for those with no prior background in the subject matter, and also for the serious student.
Author | : Anthony Livesey |
Publisher | : Chartwell Books |
Total Pages | : 200 |
Release | : 2003-01-01 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780785816683 |
Download Great Commanders and Their Battles Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
These invaluable references employ remarkable computer technology that generates stunning graphics to bring to life memorable battles.
Author | : Andrew Roberts |
Publisher | : Quercus Publishing |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2016-05-17 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780857385895 |
Download The Great Commanders of the Medieval World 454-1582AD Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
What qualities made Attila the Hun a strategist of genius? How did Henry V of England achieve victory at Agincourt for the loss of a few hundred of his men, when the mounted French knights suffered casualties in the thousands? Why was Hernán Cortés able to lead a ragged band of men to bring down the extraordinary power of the Aztec empire? The answers to these and a myriad other fascinating questions can be found in Great Commanders of the Medieval World, a sumptuous chronological survey of the 25 greatest commanders of the medieval world. Compiled by an distinguished team of historians (including such names as Jonathan Sumption, Felipe Fernández-Armesto and John Julius Norwich) working under the general editorship of Andrew Roberts, Great Commanders of the Medieval World is an authoritative and beautifully illustrated account of the lives and careers of the 25 greatest military commanders of the period, from William the Conqueror to Genghis Khan, from the Black Prince to Tamerlaine, and from Joan of Arc to Süleyman the Magnificent. Every commander is profiled in a concise and informative 3000-word article which not only brings its subject vividly to life via a lively, fact-driven narrative, but also analyses and assesses his tactical and strategic gifts. As accessible and informative as it is rigorous and scholarly, Great Commanders of the Medieval World is the perfect introduction to its subject for the layperson - but also a stimulating and thought-provoking read for those with greater knowledge of military history. With its companion volumes, focusing on the great commanders of the ancient, early modern and modern eras, it forms an indispensable guide to the greatest generals the world has seen.
Author | : Ezra J. Warner |
Publisher | : LSU Press |
Total Pages | : 456 |
Release | : 1959 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 9780807108239 |
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Given in memory of Lt. Charles Britton Hudson, CSA & Sgt. William Henry Harrison Edge, CSA by Eugene Edge III.
Author | : Cornelius Nepos |
Publisher | : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
Total Pages | : 122 |
Release | : 2015-12-05 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9781519697516 |
Download Lives of Eminent Commanders Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Cornelius Nepos' Lives of Eminent Commanders is a collection of short biographies on the most famous generals of antiquity, including Hannibal, Hamilcar, Miltiades, and more.
Author | : Andrew Roberts |
Publisher | : Quercus Books |
Total Pages | : 432 |
Release | : 2011 |
Genre | : Command of troops |
ISBN | : 9780857385918 |
Download Great Commanders of the Modern World Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Great Commanders of the Modern World is a sumptuous chronological survey of the 25 greatest commanders of the modern world. Compiled by an distinguished team of historians (including such names as Antonia Fraser, Saul David and Stephen Brumwell) working under the general editorship of Andrew Roberts, Great Commanders of the Modern World is an authoritative and beautifully illustrated account of the lives and careers of the 25 greatest military commanders of the period. Every commander is profiled in a concise and informative 3000-word article which not only brings its subject vividly to life via a lively, fact-driven narrative, but also analyses and assesses his tactical and strategic gifts. As accessible and informative as it is rigorous and scholarly, Great Commanders of the Modern World is the perfect introduction to its subject for the layperson - but also a stimulating and thought-provoking read for those with greater knowledge of military history. With its companion volumes, focusing on the great commanders of the ancient, medieval and early modern eras, it forms an indispensable guide to the greatest generals the world has seen.
Author | : Andrew Roberts |
Publisher | : Quercus Books |
Total Pages | : 447 |
Release | : 2009-01-01 |
Genre | : Armed Forces |
ISBN | : 9781847245168 |
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"The Art of War: Great Commanders of the Modern World is an authoritative account of the lives and careers of the greatest military commanders of the period, from Cromwell to Konev, from Marlborough to Moltke, and from Petain to Patton. Every commander is profiled in a concise and informative 3000-word article which not only brings its subject vividly to life via a lively, fact-driven narrative, but also analyses and assesses his tactical and strategic gifts. Each biography is accompanied by a 'battle feature' or 'campaign feature' - embellished by a full-colour battle plan or campaign map - focusing on the commander's greatest battlefield achievement."--Publishers' description.
Author | : Andrew Roberts |
Publisher | : Hachette UK |
Total Pages | : 432 |
Release | : 2011-10-27 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1780873182 |
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What qualities made the Duke of Wellington a strategic genius? How did Oliver Cromwell, a gentleman farmer, create an army that overthrew a king and changed the course of British history? Why was Simón Bolívar able to overcome early defeats to become the greatest figure in the Latin American struggle against Spanish colonialism. In Great Commanders of the Early Modern World, Andrew Roberts has assembled some of our most distinguished historians (including such names as Antonia Fraser, Saul David and Philip Dwyer) to provide an authoritative account of the lives and careers of the 26 greatest military commanders of the period, from the Duke of Marlborough to Napoleon Bonaparte, Robert Clive to Carl von Clausewitz, and Frederick the Great to Shaka Zulu. As accessible and informative as it is rigorous and scholarly, Great Commanders of the Early Modern World is the perfect introduction to its subject for the general reader, but also a stimulating and thought-provoking read for those with greater knowledge of military history. Along with the other volumes in the Great Commanders series, it is an indispensable guide to the greatest generals the world has seen.
Author | : Nigel Cawthorne |
Publisher | : Enchanted Lion Books |
Total Pages | : 216 |
Release | : 2004 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 9781592700295 |
Download Military Commanders Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
From ancient Greece to Desert Storm, Military Commanders presents a chronological history of great battles and the men who won them. Beginning with Leonidas of Sparta, who died at Thermopylae and ending with Colin Powell, this book includes such world famous leaders as Alexander the Great, Napoleon, Grant and Lee, Patton and Rommel. In addition, it includes the military theorist Sun Tzu, who wrote "The Art of War," as well as lesser known but important figures, such as Red Cloud, Shaka Zulu, and General Giap. Military Commanders, containing pertinent quotations, anecdotes, and detailed facts is a highly-readable combination of history and biography.
Author | : Phil Grabsky |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 224 |
Release | : 1995 |
Genre | : Command of troops |
ISBN | : 9781852834777 |
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The Great Commanders presents profiles of six of the greatest military commanders of all time: Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Horatio Nelson, Napoleon Bonaparte, Ulysses S. Grant and Georgi Zhukov. The book delves into each man's most celebrated strategic decisions, motivation, and special personal qualities. This handsome, color-illustrated volume features archival material, photos, and computer graphics.