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Hannibal Barca: The Carthaginian General’s Life and Mission
Written by Kelly Mass
Narrated by Doug Greene
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Hannibal Barca, one of Carthage’s most influential generals, lived a couple hundred years before Christ, and has led many Roman troops to victory to conquer the surrounding nations. Famous were his battles with elephants he employed during tactical moves of cavalry and infantry armies alike. His resistance against the Roman powers in the Punic Wars have been praised and lamented worldwide.
What was his life like?
Where did he come from?
What were his motives?
Which fights were mostly significant when we speak of his name?
How did he die?
These are just some of the questions that will be answered in this comprehensive guide. You will get a better understanding of the culture, the times, and the pressures that Hannibal Barca was confronted with.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I liked it so much that I might listen to it again sometime. I almost failed to see this audiobook, but I am happy that I noticed it anyway. It makes sense what the writer says, particularly in the last handful of chapters, in which the subject turns into a conclusion. It's an appealing idea, the entire premise of this book. You do not usually see that in many other books. And that's exactly why it can use an individual like me to write a few positive things about it.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Hannibal Barca, I firmly believe is one of the greatest general this world has ever had, and I do admire this Man so much! This book is quite short but it provides a very brief and clear description of Hannibal's greatness!