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Focusing on the rise of ancient Rome from 220 to 167 BC, Polybius's work offers a detailed account of the Hellenistic Period, emphasizing the significance of a mixed constitution in Rome's success. As a pragmatic historian, he explores themes of fate and governance while providing insights into the affairs of major nations like Egypt, Greece, and Spain, along with discussions on the Punic Wars. Despite the loss of many volumes, the surviving texts remain essential for understanding the historical context and narrative style of the era.

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Engels
Auteurs
Polybios
Jaar van publicatie
2009
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Paperback
Aantal pagina's
606
ISBN13
9781420934236
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Focusing on the rise of ancient Rome from 220 to 167 BC, Polybius's work offers a detailed account of the Hellenistic Period, emphasizing the significance of a mixed constitution in Rome's success. As a pragmatic historian, he explores themes of fate and governance while providing insights into the affairs of major nations like Egypt, Greece, and Spain, along with discussions on the Punic Wars. Despite the loss of many volumes, the surviving texts remain essential for understanding the historical context and narrative style of the era.