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University of California Press Military Theory and Practice in the Age of Xenophon

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Military Theory and Practice in the Age of Xenophon offers a penetrating examination of ancient Greek military strategies, focusing particularly on the techniques and philosophies of Spartan warfare. Grounded in the historical and geographical realities of classical Greece, the book explores the interplay between economic necessity, political culture, and battlefield tactics. By addressing the peculiarities of hoplite warfare, including its reliance on hand-to-hand combat and the conventions of open-field battles, the work sheds light on the broader societal values that shaped military practices. The text provides a nuanced understanding of how the Greek emphasis on agricultural preservation and local autonomy dictated the strategies of city-states, contrasting them with the broader imperial ambitions of later empires. The book also delves into the works of Xenophon, using his writings as both a source of historical insight and a lens to critique Spartan and broader Greek military doctrine. While Xenophon’s firsthand accounts and technical expertise enrich the narrative, the text critically evaluates his biases and omissions, particularly his reverence for Spartan systems. By juxtaposing Spartan rigidity with evolving tactics in the fourth century BCE, the book highlights how Spartan military techniques, once seen as invincible, became obsolete in the face of innovative strategies like those employed at Leuctra. This detailed study bridges the gap between military history and classical scholarship, making it an essential resource for understanding the evolution of ancient warfare and its enduring impact on Western military thought. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1970.

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Brand: University of California Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0520372166
Category: Books > Subjects > History > Ancient History & Civilisation > Greece
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 19 August 2022
Listed Since: 27 July 2022

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