Adrian Goldsworthy je autorom mnohých uznávaných kníh, ktoré sa primárne zameriavajú na antický svet. Jeho diela vynikajú hlbokým historickým výskumom a precíznym zobrazením bitiek a politických intríg. Goldsworthyho štýl je priamy a pútavý, čo čitateľom umožňuje plne sa ponoriť do doby, o ktorej píše. Jeho odbornosť je uznávaná nielen v akademických kruhoch, ale aj v populárno-náučných médiách.
Autor Adrian Goldsworthy se ale neomezuje jen na Caesarovy vojenské triumfy v Galii a občanské válce. Všímá si i dalších stránek Caesarova života, překračuje hranice světa politiky a nezastavuje se ani před Caesarovým soukromím. Ukazuje, jak Caesar vnímal sám sebe a jak dokázal působit na masy i na jednotlivce - včetně žen, v nichž nacházel často a rád zalíbení. Na pozadí Caesarova života ukazuje autor obraz světa v době, kdy římská republika spěla ke svému zániku a kdy se Řím stával hračkou v rukou několika ctižádostivých mužů. Součástí knihy je podrobný poznámkový aparát a fotografická příloha.
Podtitul : muži, kteří vítězili pro římskou říši
Vyprávění o nejúspěšnějších generálech Římské říše, o jejich životě, kariéře i o jejich vítězstvích a porážkách. Věnuje se jednotlivým tažením, ať už expanzivním, která byla vedena s úmyslem rozšířit území říše, jako je například Caesarovo tažení proti Galům či snahy Germanica o proniknutí za Rýn, tak obranným, která Římané byli nuceni vést například proti Kartagincům. Autor popisuje charaktery jednotlivých generálů, líčí, jak se jednotliví velitelé zhostili velení armády, jak si počínali v jednotlivých bitvách i při celém tažení a jakých úspěchů pro Řím dosáhli. Kniha doplňuje obsáhlý glosář, názorná schémata a mapky míst dávných bitev či obléhání.
The Roman army was one of the most successful fighting forces in history. Its organization and tactics were highly advanced and were unequaled until the modern era. Spectacular monuments to its perseverance and engineering skill are still visible today, most notably Hadrian’s Wall and the siegeworks around the fortress of Masada.This book is the first to examine in detail not just the early imperial army but also the citizens’ militia of the Republic and the army of the later Empire. The unprecedented scope and longevity of Roman military success is placed in the context of ordinary soldiers’ daily lives, whether spent in the quiet routine of a peaceful garrison or in arduous campaign and violent combat. Key battles and tactics are described, and there are brief biographies of the great commanders.Drawing on archaeology, ancient art, and original documentary sources, this book presents the most convincing history ever published of the Roman army.
The final book in the City of Victory trilogy, set in the Roman empire.
Hadrian has journeyed to Britannia, inspecting the first installations of his
great wall. But when war breaks out, he has deadly plans for Ferox.
The dramatic story of Rome's first emperor, who plunged into Rome's violent power struggles at the age of nineteen, proceeded to destroy all rivals, and more than anyone else created the Roman Empire
"Alexander the Great's conquests staggered the world. He led his army across thousands of miles, from northern Greece to modern Pakistan, overthrowing the greatest empires of his time and building a new one in their place. He led from the front and was often wounded. He claimed to be the son of a god, but he was actually the son of Philip II. In Philip and Alexander: Kings and Conquerors, classical historian Adrian Goldsworthy argues that without the work and influence of his father, it is very doubtful that Alexander would have achieved so much. Philip II of Macedon is often remembered as an old man, one-eyed and lame from wounds. But he was young and inexperienced when he came to power. Philip inherited a minor kingdom that was on the verge of being dismembered. He succeeded in making Macedonia dominant throughout Greece and preparing Alexander to lead his army into war against Persia. Philip, Goldsworthy shows, created the armies that won Alexander's victories. A bold new interpretation, Philip and Alexander will be the definitive dual biography of two men who together reshaped the ancient world."--
In the Spring of 1811 the military situation in the Iberian Peninsula is looking grim for Britain and her allies. While Wellington has pushed the French out of Portugal, the price of victory has been high, and there is every chance that Napoleon's forces are gathering themselves for a fresh invasion. To make sure that doesn't happen, the British will have to go on the attack, but without the necessary resources, they will have to be bold - and lucky. For Lieutenant Hamish Williams of the 106th Foot, the prospect of action, however perilous, is a welcome one. His last meeting with Jane McAndrews, the daughter of one of the regiment's most senior officers, did not go well, and the chances of winning her hand are looking slim. Going into battle against the enemy might not only provide a welcome distraction from his romantic predicament, but could actually help his cause, if he distinguishes himself enough to advance in the ranks. What awaits him, however, is an engagement in which losses for some regiments will be so bad they are virtually destroyed, as British generals go in desperate pursuit of victory. For Williams and his comrades in the 106th, Albuera will prove the ultimate test of courage, skill - and good fortune - as the regiment is plunged into the heart of the bloodiest battle of the war.
