Hugh Elton Knihy

Focusing on the late fourth and early fifth centuries, the book explores the intricacies of warfare in Europe through the lenses of both Roman and barbarian perspectives. It examines military practices and capabilities at various levels, including political, strategic, operational, and tactical. Additionally, the author delves into aspects such as civil wars, sieges, and naval warfare, providing a comprehensive analysis of the conflicts that shaped this tumultuous period. The inclusion of 23 figures enhances the understanding of these military dynamics.

This book provides a history of the late Roman Empire (AD 260-641), covering the rise of imperial Christianity, the fall of the West to the barbarians, and the Justinianic reconquest. Focuses on mechanics of ruling this large state and the interaction of the emperor with the administration. Written with advanced undergraduates in mind.

Detailed analysis of how ancient battles were fought.

A collection of short stories that finds Jack Sparrowhawk, Kate and Professor Tobias Undercroft in the centre of each story.Magic, witchcraft and secrets radiate from each story, from discovered maps that lead to long held family secrets to questions as to why a cemetery has no stone angels to searching for a lost labyrinth and the secret it holds.Share Jack, Kate and the Professor's journey with them as they investigate these and other mysteries that have confounded their clients. Follow them into dark caves and even darker tunnels. Look for glyphs and watch out for even more hidden secrets.Jack, Kate and the Professor must always remember to take care of themselves against powers that are unseen and can be dangerous.Remember: things are not always as they appear.

Pomimo ogromnego znaczenia wojskowosci dla upadku Zachodniego Cesarstwa Rzymskiego, do tej pory nie powstalo zadne calosciowe studium tego zagadnienia. Niniejsza ksiazka stanowi probe omowienia zagadnien militarnych z rzymskiej i barbarzynskiej perspektywy, w drugiej polowie IV i w V wieku. Analizie zostal poddany potencjal wojskowy Rzymu i jego polnocnych sasiadow, zaleznosci polityczne, strategia, taktyka, wojny domowe oraz dzialania na morzach. Hugh Elton podjal sie trudnego zadania nowej interpretacji procesu barbaryzacji legionow i udowodnil, ze nie mial on wiekszego wplywu na efektywnosc bojowa rzymskiej machiny wojennej. W pozostalych rozdzialach zostaly omowione takie kwestie jak organizacja armii, fortyfikacje stale i polowe oraz wyposazenie zolnierzy obu stron.