Book description
From the Sunday Times bestseller comes a gripping retelling of Hannibal's greatest trial - the battle of Cannae.
Cannae, 216 BC - Under a blisteringly hot sun, Hannibal Barca, perhaps the most skilful general in history, leads his army against the unstoppable…
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Why read it?
1 author picked Cannae as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
A quick listen on audible that is brilliantly brought to life by the narrator. Centred around the battle of Cannae, it takes you from dawn to dusk on that fateful day as the Romans suffer their greatest defeat. Told from all sides, it's hugely enjoyable!
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