- Hardcover: 416 pages
- Publisher: W&N; First Edition edition (9 Oct 2003)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0297846663
- ISBN-13: 978-0297846666
- Product Dimensions: 24 x 16.4 x 3.7 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 939,419 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Here is a highly readable compendium of military experience; Goldsworthy knows his material inside out, and he concentrates on key episodes in the campaign of outstanding Roman commanders... This is a rewarding study of the luck and judgement of powerful men, and how they put it to use in the service of Rome's imperium.' (HISTORY TODAY (Nov 2003) )
'Goldsworthy's study of these commanders is thoroughly researched, and authoritative. He is lucid in his exposition and narrative. The result is a book which academics will value and which nevertheless must appeal to anyone interested in the art of war and the making and defence of the Roman Empire. I found it absorbing, the best book I know on the Roman army and its commanders.' (Alan Massie THE SPECTATOR (22 Nov 03) )
'Goldsworthy's study of these commanders is thoroughly researched, and authoritative. He is lucid in his exposition and narrative. The result is a book which academics will value and which nevertheless must appeal to anyone interested in the art of war and the making and defence of the Roman Empire. I found it absorbing, the best book I know on the Roman army and its commanders.' (Alan Massie THE SPECTATOR (22 Nov 03) )
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The complete and definitive history of how Roman generals carved out the greatest and longest lasting empire the world has ever seen.
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64 of 65 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A magnificent chronicle!,
This review is from: In the Name of Rome: The Men who Won the Roman Empire (Hardcover)
In the Name of Rome chronicles the major periods throughout Roman history, from early republic to late empire. Goldsworthy does this in a series of sections, each devoted to a particular period.The writing itself is detailed, yet it does not bombard the reader with too much information. The text is indeed saturated, but reading it is a pleasure. The diagrams which intersperse the text are informative, and easy to comprehend. A word or two about the content is also necessary to highlight why In the Name of Rome is such an excellent book in general, and as a resource. Goldsworthy blends the actual happenings of the campaigns with the political background, giving a wide overall picture of the "climate" at the time. These are all important traits for any book. In the Name of Rome is special, in my mind, because of its versatility and accessability. It can be read by anyone, for almost any purpose, be it for study of for pleasure. For those with an interest in this period of history or for those studying the Roman Republic and Empire then I would definitely recommend this title. I hope this has been of use - cheers, Simmo.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
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An excellent companion for the military history student!,
This review is from: In the Name of Rome: The Men Who Won the Roman Empire (Phoenix Press) (Paperback)
The book contains everything that one wants to know about the leadership of the imperial or republican Roman army; from formations of the legions to the training practises of each military unit of the day. The book is set in chapters in chronological order with each chapter about a famous general of the time (from Fabius Maximus 'the delayer' circa 200BC to General Belisarius circa 500AD). Though in each chapter Goldsworthy describes their triumphs and notable failures to trace the evolution of the Roman Army with supporting references from Livy and Plutarch rather than decribing their entire careers. Goldsworthy also successfully describes famous battles and wars such as the battle of Anctuim or the Punic wars against Carthage in terms of tactics and politics, this is a rare acheivement. Raise the 'gladii' to Adrian Goldsworthy, this is his 'Spolia Opima'!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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This review is from: In the Name of Rome: The Men Who Won the Roman Empire (Phoenix Press) (Paperback)
This is an excellent book that gives you a complete overview of the Roman Empire detailing the generals who commanded the legions from Scipio Africanus to Caesar. It gives information about specific battles, where they occurred, the landscape, geography and how these charasmatic men won them and why.
Additionally it gives you information about the people they fought such as Hannibal and the campaigns against him. If you are interested in Roman history then you are sure to enjoy this book thats written in a way that helps make learning history easy (its not suffy academic stuff) and goes to the sixth century! As History Today says its, Here is a highly readable compedium of military experience; Goldsworthy knows his material inside out. It's a great book packed with all kinds of useful information!
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