Warfare in the Roman World

Warfare was a recurring phenomenon in Roman history, with wide-ranging impacts on politics, society, and the economy. This book explores important themes in the interplay between warfare and these broader contexts, tracing them across a millennium of Roman history from the Republic to Late Antiquity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2020
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Warfare was a persistent and profoundly significant aspect of Roman history, exhibiting a wide range of scales and forms across different eras and locations. Its far-reaching consequences impacted politics, society, and the economy, leaving an indelible mark on the Roman world. This book delves into crucial themes that arise from the intricate interplay between warfare and these broader contexts. It explores attitudes towards war and peace, the values associated with military service, the role of material resources in warfare, the phenomenon of military mutiny and civil war, and the social and cultural dimensions of the military. Furthermore, it examines the experiences of warfare, focusing on the approaches to Roman battles and the impact of war on civilians.

Spanning a millennium of Roman history, from the Republic to the end of Late Antiquity in the early seventh century, this book aims to highlight significant continuities and changes throughout Roman history. It also seeks to introduce readers to valuable but often overlooked material from the empire's final centuries. By examining these diverse themes, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex and multifaceted nature of warfare in Roman society.

Weight: 368g
Dimension: 151 x 228 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781107638280