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The Rise of the Roman Empire (Penguin Classics)

by Polybius (Author), Ian Scott-Kilvert (Translator), F. W. Walbank (Introduction) Format: Paperback

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In this comprehensive history, Greek statesman Polybius (c.200–118 BC) outlines the key expansion stages of the Roman Empire.

Opening with the Punic War in 264 BC, he vividly records the critical stages of Roman expansion: its campaigns throughout the Mediterranean, the temporary setbacks inflicted by Hannibal and the final destruction of Carthage. An active participant of the politics of his time as well as a friend of many prominent Roman citizens, Polybius drew on many eyewitness accounts in writing this cornerstone work of history.

Penguin Classics is the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world, representing a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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  1. Print length
    576 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Penguin Classics
  4. Publication date
    February 28, 1980
  5. Grade level
    12 and up
  6. Reading age
    18 years and up
  7. Dimensions
    7.84 x 5.16 x 1.05 inches
  8. ISBN-10
    0140443622
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0140443622
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Polybius (200-118 BC) was a Greek statesman and historian.

F.W. Walbank has published numerous works on ancient Greece.

Ian Scott-Kilvert has also translated Plutarch's works for Penguin Classics.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin Classics
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 28, 1980
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Reprint
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 576 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0140443622
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0140443622
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.1 ounces
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 18 years and up
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.84 x 5.16 x 1.05 inches
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 12 and up
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