The Histories - 9780674996601

Polybius's theme is how and why the Romans spread their power as they did. The main part of his history covers the years 264-146 bc, describing the rise of Rome, the destruction of Carthage, and the eventual domination of the Greek world. It is a vital achievement despite the incomplete survival of all but the first five of forty books.

• | By (Author): Polybius
• | Publisher: Harvard University Press
• | Publication Date: May 31, 2012
• | Country of Publication: United States
• | Number of Pages: 624 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-10: 0674996607
• | ISBN-13: 9780674996601