Seleukid Empire of Antiochus III, 223-187 BC

John Grainger's history of the Seleukid Empire reveals Antiochus III as one of the most powerful and capable rulers of the age, despite his defeat by the Romans at Magnesia. He restored full control over the empire, conquered Thrace and Syria, and campaigned in the East again.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2020
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

John Grainger's second volume in his history of the Seleukid Empire delves into the reign of Antiochus III, often remembered solely for his defeat to the Romans at Magnesia. However, this portrayal presents Antiochus as one of the most influential and accomplished rulers of his era. After emerging victorious from a civil war in 223, he assumed the responsibility of ruling a weakened and divided realm. Despite facing a setback in the Fourth Syrian War against Egypt, Antiochus gradually reclaimed full control over the empire. His remarkable Eastern campaign saw Macedonian forces return to India for the first time since Alexander's reign, and he further expanded his dominion by conquering Thrace and ultimately wresting Syria from Ptolemaic control. His subsequent intervention in Greece and the clash with Rome culminated in his defeat at Magnesia and the establishment of the restrictive Peace of Apamea. Undeterred, Antiochus remained ambitious, embarking on another campaign in the East. When he passed away in 187 BC, the Seleukid Empire remained one of the most powerful states in the world.

John Grainger's second volume in his history of the Seleukid Empire delves into the reign of Antiochus III, often remembered solely for his defeat to the Romans at Magnesia. However, this portrayal presents Antiochus as one of the most influential and accomplished rulers of his era. After emerging victorious from a civil war in 223, he assumed the responsibility of ruling a weakened and divided realm. Despite facing a setback in the Fourth Syrian War against Egypt, Antiochus gradually reclaimed full control over the empire. His remarkable Eastern campaign saw Macedonian forces return to India for the first time since Alexander's reign, and he further expanded his dominion by conquering Thrace and ultimately wresting Syria from Ptolemaic control. His subsequent intervention in Greece and the clash with Rome culminated in his defeat at Magnesia and the establishment of the restrictive Peace of Apamea. Undeterred, Antiochus remained ambitious, embarking on another campaign in the East. When he passed away in 187 BC, the Seleukid Empire remained one of the most powerful states in the world.

Weight: 388g
Dimension: 156 x 233 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526774934