Greek mercenaries: from the late archaic period to Alexander

"Greek mercenaries played a central role in Greek history in the late classical period until the death of Alexander the Great in 323 B.C. This book provides a detailed picture of the life of these Greek mercenaries, analysing who they were and from what section of society they came. It explores...

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Main Author: Trundle, Matthew 1965-2019 (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London [u.a.] Routledge 2004
Edition:1. publ.
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Summary:"Greek mercenaries played a central role in Greek history in the late classical period until the death of Alexander the Great in 323 B.C. This book provides a detailed picture of the life of these Greek mercenaries, analysing who they were and from what section of society they came. It explores their motivations, their relationships and connections, both with each other and those with whom they served, and shows how mercenaries were recruited, paid and maintained."--BOOK JACKET.
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:XXI, 196 S. Ill.
ISBN:0415338123
0415486912
9780415338127
9780415486910

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