Examines the life of Hannibal, especially during his invasion of Rome, looking at the emotional and mental aspects which served as a driving force during his relentless attacks.
A biography of Hannibal whose military tactics baffled the Roman Empire's finest generals and whose campaigns are still studied with interest by military strategists.
Discusses the battle of Zama in 202 B.C. which pitted the armies of Carthaginian general Hannibal against the Roman armies of Publius Cornelius Scipio, resulting in a victory for Rome that set the stage for that nation's domination of the region for centuries to come.
Presents the history of Hannibal, a famous Carthaginian military commander who invaded Italy by crossing the Alps with war elephants, and won many battles against Rome over a decade before being defeated in the Battle of Zama at Carthage.
Presents an examination of the life and times of Hannibal Barca, leader of ancient Carthage, providing information on his early years, his military career, and his legacy.
Discusses the part played by the Etruscans, Samnites, Carthaginians, and Celts in Roman and Italian history. Includes an account of Hannibal's march and much description of the armor and weapons of the period.
Recounts the life of the Carthaginian military genius and his army's journey from North Africa across the Alps to Italy in an attempt to defeat the Roman Empire.