Philip Matyszak

Legionary: The Roman Soldier's (Unofficial) Manual

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Produktbeschreibung

A unique combination of military handbook and popular history that brings to life the Legionaryâ s experience in a witty yet informative guide.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Thames & Hudson Ltd
• Seitenzahl: 208
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. September 2018
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 198mm x 128mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 218g
• ISBN-13: 9780500293799
• ISBN-10: 0500293791
• Artikelnr.: 48499734

Autorenporträt

Philip Matyszak has a doctorate in Roman history from St John's College, Oxford. He is the author of many books on classical civilization, including Chronicle of the Roman Republic, The Enemies of Rome, The Sons of Caesar, Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day, Ancient Athens on Five Drachmas a Day, Lives of the Romans (with Joanne Berry) and Legionary.

Inhaltsangabe

1. Joining the Roman Army
2. The Prospective Recruit's Good Legion Guide
3. Alternative Military Careers
4. Legionary Kit and Equipment
5. Training, Discipline and Ranks
6. People Who Will Want to Kill You
7. Life in Camp
8. On Campaign
9. How to Storm a City
10. Battle
11. Aftermath