Publisher's Synopsis
The Conquest of Italy and the Struggle with Carthage, 753 to 200 B.C. is a historical book written by Ernest Geden Wilkinson and originally published in 1898. The book covers the ancient history of Italy, from its foundation in 753 B.C. to the end of the Second Punic War in 200 B.C. It focuses on the military campaigns and conquests of the Roman Republic, as well as its long-standing rivalry with the city-state of Carthage.The book begins with an overview of the early history of Italy, including the legendary founding of Rome by Romulus and Remus. It then goes on to detail the expansion of the Roman Republic, including its conquest of neighboring city-states and territories. The book also covers the various wars between Rome and Carthage, including the First Punic War and the famous campaigns of Hannibal Barca during the Second Punic War.Throughout the book, Wilkinson provides detailed accounts of the major battles and military strategies employed by both sides, as well as the political and social factors that influenced the conflicts. He also includes information on the cultural and economic developments of ancient Italy, including the rise of the Etruscan civilization and the impact of Greek culture on Roman society.Overall, The Conquest of Italy and the Struggle with Carthage, 753 to 200 B.C. is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the most important periods in ancient history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Italy, the Roman Republic, or the ancient world in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
