Scipio Africanus

Written by B. H. Liddell Hart

Narrated by John Clickman

"Scipio Africanus: Greater Than Napoleon" throws down a historical gauntlet. Author B.H. Liddell Hart argues that Roman general Scipio, famed for defeating Hannibal, outshines even the mighty Napoleon. Published in 1927, the book dives deep into their strategies, campaigns, and leadership styles.
Liddell Hart paints Scipio as a brilliant innovator, adaptable across terrains and enemies, while contrasting him with Napoleon's more singular focus on conquest. Diplomacy and political savvy also receive due attention, aspects sometimes overshadowed in Napoleon's narrative.
While the "greater than" claim sparks debate, this book invites readers to ponder leadership, strategy, and the complexities of comparing historical figures. If Roman history, military tactics, or thought-provoking analysis pique your interest, "Scipio Africanus: Greater Than Napoleon" is worth a look, although keeping potential biases and limitations in mind.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Release date: Feb 20, 2024
• ISBN: 9798875107627

B. H. Liddell Hart

Sir Basil Liddell Hart was a military strategist and writer of great acclaim, and one of the world's outstanding teacher-historians. Born in Paris in 1895, he was educated at Cambridge before serving on the Western Front with the Yorkshire Light Infantry after which he was military correspondent of the Daily Telegraph and The Times. He evolved several military tactical developments including the Battle Drill system and was an early advocate of airpower and armoured forces. He lectured on strategy and tactics at staff colleges in numerous countries. His many books include biographies of several great commanders, and The Other Side of the Hill - his interviews with the Second World War's highest-ranking German generals. He was knighted in 1966 and died in 1970.