Leonard Cottrell

In the year 216 B.C., Hannibal of Carthage, faced with an opposing Roman army twice the size of his own, outwitted the enemy at Cannae by means of a strategy which has become a classic of its kind. As a result of his famous "double pincer" maneuver, 70,000 Roman soldiers died within the space of a few hours on a field the size of New York's Central Park. Yet, as devastating and startling as Cannae was, it was only one of a long list of incredible achievements. Hannibal's fantastic 1,000-mile march across the Alps from Spain to Italy was one of the wonders of ancient times. He began his hazardous journey with 90,000 infantry, 12,000 cavalry, and 37 elephants. By the time he reached the Valley of the Po, more than 30,000 troops and many of his elephants had perished, but he still managed to stay in Italy for sixteen years.Blending biography and military adventure, Hannibal is a portrait of a military genius who was also a highly civilized man. The son of Hamilcar Barca, a famous general in his own right, Hannibal was a student of the Greek classics. But his father's lifelong grudge against Rome fostered in the son a deep hatred for that Republic and a fierce determination to subdue it forever. This resulted in the bloody battles of Lake Trasimene, Campania, Nole, Capua, and Zama, all of which Leonard Cottrell describes with vigor and authority. In gathering material for Hannibal, Cottrell traveled the entire route that Hannibal took across the Alps, thus bringing to his account a valuable firsthand knowledge of his subject. With the drama and authenticity for which he is famous, Leonard Cottrell describes Hannibal's amazing campaign,a saga of victory after victory which fell just short of its ultimate goal: the annihilation of Rome.

Leonard Kotrell zanimaet osoboe mesto v egiptologii. Ego glubochajshie znanija Drevnego Egipta vysoko tsenilis soobschestvom britanskikh istorikov, khotja sam on ne sdelal ni odnogo otkrytija, v poiskakh drevneegipetskikh artefaktov uchastvoval iskljuchitelno v kachestve nabljudatelja i skromno nazyval sebja istorikom-ljubitelem. On obladal redkim darom vyuzhivat iz spetsializirovannykh statej imenno to, chto interesno shirokomu chitatelju, i, nichut ne postupajas tochnostju fakta, prosto i ponjatno rasskazyvat o zhizni drevnikh egiptjan, a takzhe grekov i rimljan - da tak, chto ego knigami zachityvalis antikovedy. Svidetelstv ot vremeni faraonov ostalos ne tak uzh mnogo, no Kotrell, fokusiruja nashe vnimanie na detaljakh, kotorye udalos uznat nauke, masterski priblizhaet ego k nam i pogruzhaet chitatelja v tainstvennyj mir, gde po-prezhnemu pravjat Menes i Khasekhemui, Snofru i Kheops, Ekhnaton i Nefertiti...Leonard Kotrell (1913-1974) - anglijskij populjarizator nauki, redaktor Arkheologicheskoj entsiklopedii, erudit, avtor mnogikh knig, posvjaschennykh Antichnosti.Khudozhnik: Tibilova Irina

Published in the year 2006, Lost Pharaohs is a valuable contrubution to the field of History.

""Land of the Two Rivers"" is a historical book written by Leonard Cottrell that explores the ancient civilization of Mesopotamia, which is located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in modern-day Iraq. The book covers the period from the earliest settlements in the region to the rise of the Babylonian Empire. It delves into the political, social, and cultural aspects of this civilization, including their religious beliefs, art, architecture, and literature. The author also examines the contributions of Mesopotamia to the development of human civilization, including the invention of writing, the wheel, and the plow. The book is a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of Mesopotamia and its impact on the world.The Civilizations Of Sumer, Babylonia, And Assyria Which Sprang Up Along The Tigris And Euphrates Rivers In What Is Now The Country Of Iraq. Recent Archaeological Findings Are Used To Help Reconstruct The Ancient Cities And Towns And The Lives Of Their Inhabitants.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

""Land of the Pharaohs"" is a historical and cultural exploration of ancient Egypt written by Leonard Cottrell. The book delves into the rich history of the Egyptian civilization, from the construction of the pyramids and the rule of the pharaohs to the mythology and religion of the people. Cottrell also explores the daily life and customs of the ancient Egyptians, their art, architecture, and engineering feats, as well as their interactions with neighboring civilizations. The book is filled with fascinating anecdotes, illustrations, and photographs that bring the world of ancient Egypt to life. Overall, ""Land of the Pharaohs"" is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history and culture of one of the world's oldest civilizations.Life In Egypt During The Eighteenth Dynasty And The Days Of The Boy Pharaoh Tutenkhamun.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Published in the year 2006, Lost Pharaohs is a valuable contrubution to the field of History.

This is an account of everyday life in ancient Egypt, as seen through the eyes of a real person, Vizier Rekhmire, whose tomb still exists. It takes the reader on a fascinating tour exploring Egyptian history, the City of the Dead, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, and the pyramids.