Название: Tarentine Horseman of Magna Graecia 430–190 BC
Автор: Nic Fields
Издательство: Osprey Publishing
Серия/номер в серии: Warrior/130
Год: 2008
Формат: PDF
Страниц: 68
Размер: 25 Mb
Язык: English

The Taras were the leading power of the scattered Greek states of southern Italy and built their reputation on the unmatched horse warriors who helped the Taras claim and maintain their power. In this book, expert author Nic Fields examines the Tarentine horsemen in detail, discussing their tactics, weapons and equipment and detailing how they operated as mercenaries throughout the region. With a wealth of contemporary sources and rare artefacts, illustrated with specially commissioned colour artwork and photographs of artefacts, this is an intriguing insight into the everyday lives of these horsemen, revealing how they acquired the skills that enabled them to dominate the region.