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Polybius' 'The Histories' is a monumental work of ancient Greek historical writing that covers the period of 264-146 BC, with a particular focus on the rise of Rome. Polybius' style is characterized by its systematic approach to history, its attention to detail, and its analysis of the causes behind historical events. The work is important for its detailed account of military strategy, politics, and the functioning of ancient societies. Written in a straightforward yet engaging manner, 'The Histories' is a key text in understanding the ancient world and the development of historiography.…mehr

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Polybius' 'The Histories' is a monumental work of ancient Greek historical writing that covers the period of 264-146 BC, with a particular focus on the rise of Rome. Polybius' style is characterized by its systematic approach to history, its attention to detail, and its analysis of the causes behind historical events. The work is important for its detailed account of military strategy, politics, and the functioning of ancient societies. Written in a straightforward yet engaging manner, 'The Histories' is a key text in understanding the ancient world and the development of historiography. Polybius' work is considered a landmark in the study of history. His narrative is compelling, and his analysis is insightful. The thorough examination of historical events and their impacts is of great value to historians and readers interested in the ancient world. 'The Histories of Polybius' is a must-read for those looking to deepen their knowledge of ancient history and the rise of Rome.
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Polybius (c. 200-c. 118 BC) was a Greek historian of the Hellenistic period noted for his work The Histories, which covered the period of 264–146 BC in detail. The work describes the rise of the Roman Republic to the status of dominance in the ancient Mediterranean world and includes his eyewitness account of the Sack of Carthage in 146 BC. Polybius is important for his analysis of the mixed constitution or the separation of powers in government, which was influential on Montesquieu's The Spirit of the Laws and the framers of the United States Constitution.