Antony Augoustakis,Neil W.Bernstein
Silius Italicus' Punica: Rome's War with Hannibal
Silius Italicus' Punica: Rome's War with Hannibal
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This book provides a modern English translation of all 17 books of Silius Italicus' Punica, an epic that tells the story of the Second Punic War between Rome and Hannibal's Carthage. It is a valuable resource for students of Flavian literature and early Imperial perspectives on the Roman Republic, with a clear and comprehensible translation, scholarly introduction, notes, glossary, and comprehensive bibliography.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 328 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This comprehensive book presents a modern English translation of all 17 books of Silius Italicus' renowned Punica epic. Written in the first century CE, this epic chronicles the Second Punic War, a pivotal conflict between Rome and Hannibal's Carthage from 218 to 202 BCE. Not only is it a vital text for students of Flavian literature, but it also provides valuable insights into early Imperial perspectives on the Roman Republic. The translation is clear, concise, and faithful to the original Latin text, while also offering valuable annotations, a comprehensive glossary, and a comprehensive bibliography. This volume ensures that the text is accessible and relevant to students and scholars alike, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient history and literature.
Weight: 500g
Dimension: 233 x 157 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367699895
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