Tarentine Horseman Of Magna Graecia: 430–190 Bc (warrior)
by Nic Fields /
2008 / English / PDF
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Osprey's study of the Tarentine horsemen from 430 to 190 BC. 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.
These horsemen, who excelled in valor and wealth not only served
on their home soil, but were in great demand abroad and were
often exported as mercenaries. In this book, expert author Nic
Fields examines the Taras horsemen in detail, using rare
artifacts and contemporary sources to create an account which
reveals the day to day lives of these warriors together with
their experiences in battle.
Osprey's study of the Tarentine horsemen from 430 to 190 BC. 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.
These horsemen, who excelled in valor and wealth not only served
on their home soil, but were in great demand abroad and were
often exported as mercenaries. In this book, expert author Nic
Fields examines the Taras horsemen in detail, using rare
artifacts and contemporary sources to create an account which
reveals the day to day lives of these warriors together with
their experiences in battle.
Fields discusses the Taras tactics, weapons and equipment,
detailing how they bred the horses that were so essential to
their success. He goes on to reveal how their prowess extended to
beyond the battlefield in the arena of tribal games. With a
wealth of contemporary sources and rare artifacts illustrated
with specially commissioned color artwork and rare photographs,
this is an intriguing insight into the everyday lives of these
horsemen and reveals how they acquired the skills that made them
so crucial to the Taras' fate.
Fields discusses the Taras tactics, weapons and equipment,
detailing how they bred the horses that were so essential to
their success. He goes on to reveal how their prowess extended to
beyond the battlefield in the arena of tribal games. With a
wealth of contemporary sources and rare artifacts illustrated
with specially commissioned color artwork and rare photographs,
this is an intriguing insight into the everyday lives of these
horsemen and reveals how they acquired the skills that made them
so crucial to the Taras' fate.
