Land Battles in 5th Century BC Greece

A History and Analysis of 173 Engagements

Fred Eugene Ray, Jr.

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McFarland & Co Inc
11 August 2011

Literary studies: classical, early & medieval; Encyclopaedias & reference works; History; Ancient history: to c 500 CE; Military history

In the 5th century B.C., Greece was a patchwork country of small, independent city-states whose tendency to fight each other was offset only by strong ties to common cultural elements such as language and a unique style of warfare. While surviving myths emphasize heroics and honor, the reality of ancient Greek warfare was that of regular men dealing with everyday problems. Relying heavily on primary sources such as Herodotus, Thucydides and Plutarch, this volume provides the first-ever tactical level survey of all 173 Greek land engagements which occurred during the 5th century B.C., a seminal period in the history of western warfare.

Using carefully researched logical probabilities to extend surviving records, the author places each battle within its historical context and analyzes it with a view to documenting significant overall patterns of action. The result is not only a detailed study of each battle complete with maps and battlefield diagrams, but also an overview of general trends in 5th century Greek warfare.

By: Fred Eugene Ray Jr.
Imprint: McFarland & Co Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 562g
ISBN: 9780786467730
ISBN 10: 0786467738
Pages: 323
Publication Date: 11 August 2011
Recommended Age: From 18 years
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Land Battles in 5th Century BC Greece: A History and Analysis of 173 Engagements

“essential...truly a labor of love”—ARBA; “amazingly careful research...valuable”—Strategy Page; “very valuable”—The NYMAS Review; “Ray has produced a carefully and well-researched book, the result of which is an important catalogue of Greek land engagements in the 5th century BC. Furthermore, his survey represents a very useful reference to anyone interested in classical combat...this book is written with a poise and polish that cannot help but draw in the reader”—Bryn Mawr Classical Review; “the author is to be congratulated on producing a very well-researched book, and telling a clear history of one hundred years of Greek warfare...splendid...I have no hesitation in recommending it to all”—Ancient Warfare; “significant detail”—Reference Reviews.