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Name: Hannibal
Rating: 2 (1 reviews)
Author: Leckie, Ross

Born into a prominent Carthaginian family, Hannibal learns early that mercy is weakness and Rome must be destroyed. After his father’s death at eighteen, he commands the Carthaginian army, sharpening his troops into a formidable force. The novel chronicles his audacious march over the Alps, his invasion of Italy, and the devastating defeats he inflicts upon Rome. Leckie offers a vivid recreation of the Second Punic War and delves into Hannibal’s complex psyche, portraying a tragic figure driven by vengeance and faith in destiny.

First publish date: 1995

Genre: Historical Fiction/Ancient Historical Fiction

Authors: Leckie, Ross

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