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Routledge The Peloponnesian War 431-404 BC - Essential Histories

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Explore the pivotal conflict that shaped Classical Greece through Philip de Souza's compelling analysis of the Peloponnesian War. This Essential Histories volume goes beyond traditional military accounts to reveal the profound human cost of ancient warfare, examining how overcrowding, plague, and brutal civil strife affected Athenian populations and allied cities. De Souza's narrative uncovers the darker realities of Greek civilisation, offering critical lessons in diplomacy, strategy, and tactics that remain relevant to modern conflict studies. Ideal for history students, military strategists, and anyone seeking to understand how warfare fundamentally transformed the societies that built Western civilisation's foundations.

Key Features

The Peloponnesian War 431-404 BC covers the military conflict between Athens and Sparta with detailed examination of strategic decisions and tactical operations.

Philip de Souza's analysis reveals the civilian impact of prolonged warfare on Athenian and allied city populations during the conflict.

Essential Histories series format provides accessible, scholarly coverage of ancient Greek history and Classical civilisation.

The book explores diplomatic failures and civil strife that occurred within cities allied with both Athens and Sparta throughout the war.

Offers modern applications for understanding ancient military strategy, tactics, and the broader effects of warfare on societies.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
27 October 2003
Listed Since
09 February 2007

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