Hannibal by Jacob Abbott

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Author Abbott, Jacob, 1803-1879
Title Hannibal
Makers of History
Contents The First Punic War -- Hannibal at Saguntum -- Opening of the Second Punic War -- The passage of the Rhone -- Hannibal crosses the Alps -- Hannibal in the north of Italy -- The Apennines -- The dictator Fabius -- The Battle of Cannae -- Scipio -- Hannibal a fugitive and an exile -- The destruction of Carthage.
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Summary "Hannibal" by Jacob Abbott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work focuses on the life and campaigns of the renowned Carthaginian general Hannibal Barca, particularly highlighting the tensions and conflicts between Rome and Carthage during the Punic Wars. The narrative is structured to convey historical truth, emphasizing the rivalry and military strategies employed in these epic conflicts. The opening of the book introduces the context of the First Punic War, detailing the origins of the historical rivalry between Rome and Carthage. It describes the strategic positioning of both nations and the unfolding of military actions, including the decisive role of leaders like Regulus in Roman efforts against Carthage. Abbott outlines the gradual escalation of hostilities, setting the stage for Hannibal's rise as a prominent figure in the Second Punic War after taking command in Spain, driven by his infamous oath of vengeance against Rome at a young age. The detailed accounts and character sketches provide a vivid backdrop for the dramatic military and political struggles that defined this pivotal era in ancient history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Subject Hannibal, 247 B.C.-182 B.C. -- Juvenile literature
Subject Punic War, 2nd, 218-201 B.C. -- Juvenile literature
Subject Generals -- Tunisia -- Carthage (Extinct city) -- Biography -- Juvenile literature
Subject Rome -- History -- Republic, 265-30 B.C. -- Juvenile literature
Subject Carthage (Extinct city) -- History -- Juvenile literature
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EBook-No. 27551
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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