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The De Re Militari of Vegetius

- The Reception, Transmission and Legacy of a Roman Text in the Middle Ages

About The De Re Militari of Vegetius

Vegetius' late Roman text became a best-selling military 'classic' in the Middle Ages, and this fascinating study explores its reception and transmission. Although always read principally as a work offering practical military advice, the text was also transformed into an authority on war and inspired unexpected developments in the medieval world.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781107684461
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 412
  • Published:
  • January 23, 2014
  • Dimensions:
  • 154x230x22 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 592 g.
Delivery: 1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: July 21, 2024

Description of The De Re Militari of Vegetius

Vegetius' late Roman text became a best-selling military 'classic' in the Middle Ages, and this fascinating study explores its reception and transmission. Although always read principally as a work offering practical military advice, the text was also transformed into an authority on war and inspired unexpected developments in the medieval world.

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