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Livy
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Livius, Titus
Edmonds, Cyrus R.
The History of Rome, Books 27 to 36
Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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"The History of Rome, Books 27 to 36" by Livy is a historical account likely written during the early 1st century AD. This text serves as a chronicle of the Roman Republic's events during a tumultuous period marked by the Punic Wars. It meticulously details the strategic battles and political maneuvering as Rome faces off against the formidable Carthaginian general Hannibal, illustrating the stakes involved in their conflict. The beginning of this historical work introduces significant military events, such as the defeats of Roman generals like Cneius Fulvius and the tenacity of Claudius Marcellus. Livy recounts the maneuvers, both successful and disastrous, that define this era. The narrative starts with Fulvius's initial defeat by Hannibal, followed by Marcellus's efforts to regain Roman honor and territory. It highlights the challenges faced by Roman forces amidst shifting allegiances and tactical blunders, emphasizing the ever-present tension between Roman ambition and Hannibal's cunning strategies. This portion of the text sets the stage for examining the broader implications of these battles on Rome's fate during the Punic Wars. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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