Review: Carthage Must Be Destroyed

CARTHAGE MUST BE DESTROYED, by Richard Miles, is reviewed in The Economist. Excerpt:

Hannibal was a heroic figure and a superb tactician. But he was ultimately overcome by Scipio Africanus, an equally brilliant commander, who learned much of tactics and propaganda from his opponent and whose nation possessed a unique determination and resilience. Mr Miles has skilfully fused the works of ancient historians such as Polybius and Livy, a wide range of modern studies and recent archaeological research to create a convincing and enthralling narrative.

Earlier review here.