Hannibal, Ernle Bradford
Hannibal, Ernle Bradford
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Hannibal

Author: Ernle Bradford

Narrator: Peter Jones

Unabridged: 11 hr 11 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 10/28/2011


Synopsis

At the bloody battle of Cannae, he trounced a Roman army twice the size of his own. With his brothers, he subdued nearly all of Italy, Spain and Northern Africa. A cunning tactician, he secured victory for Bithynia at sea by catapulting poisonous snakes onto the decks of his enemy's ships. Biographer Ernle Bradford draws on the historical writings of Livy, Polybius, Plutarch and others in re-creating the fantastic story of the greatest general since Alexander the Great.

About Ernle Bradford

Ernle Bradford was born in 1922 and died in 1986. He was a noted British historian specializing in the Mediterranean world and naval topics. Bradford was an enthusiastic sailor himself and spent almost thirty years sailing the Mediterranean, where many of his books are set. He served in the Royal Navy during World War II, finishing as the first lieutenant of a destroyer. Bradford lived in Malta for a number of years. He did occasional broadcast work for the BBC, was a magazine editor, and wrote many books, including Hannibal, Paul the Traveller, Julius Caesar: The Pursuit of Power, Christopher Columbus, and The Mighty Hood.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Sean on March 18, 2024

A relatively easy and thoughtful account of Hannibal's life, dominated as it is by his failed war against Rome. The book is full of pathos and tragedy, but also shades of gray. One thing I gleamed is that Hannibal's army, by living off the land (looting), discouraged people from abandoning Rome. Nap......more

Goodreads review by Ted on January 20, 2024

I found this is an interesting and informative homage to the Carthaginian military leader, Hannibal Barca, a man that the author clearly respects and admires. The book is based mainly on the classical writings of Polybius and Livy, from whom Bradford quotes extensively. At times the views of histori......more

Goodreads review by ܦܐܕܝ on June 01, 2021

An excellent guide to one of history's most enduring legends, the valiant general, selfless patriot and brilliant tactician. It could use some diagrams of locations, movements and battle formations for readers unfamiliar with the classical era Mediterranean. However, it's a worthy addition to every......more

Goodreads review by Vince on January 08, 2023

Excellent read covering the campaigns of this great warrior. A wizard in tactical warfare which bamboozled the the Romans in all his encounters. A leader born to rule and his battle tactics and strategies were second to none Definitely worth a read.......more

Goodreads review by Philip on May 12, 2021

A comprehensive and competent biography of Carthage's most famous son. The level of detail is about right and the military aspect is handled effectively. There were no maps or diagrams in my Endeavour Press paperback, which was a pity. There are lots of relevant quotes however, and the simple clear......more