Rome and the Third Macedonian War

Abstract

This is the first full-length study of the final war between Rome and the ancient Macedonian monarchy and its last king, Perseus. The Roman victory at the Battle of Pydna in June 168 BC was followed by the abolition of the kingdom of Macedon - the cradle of Philip II, Alexander the Great, and the Antigonid monarchs who followed. The first historian of Rome's rise to world power, and a contemporary of the war, Polybius of Megalopolis, recognized the significance of these events in making Rome an almost global power beyond compare - a sole superpower, in other words. Yet Roman authority did not lack challenges from lesser states and insurgents in the decades that followed. The book's meticulous documentation, close analysis, and engagement in scholarly controversy will appeal to academics and students, while general readers will appreciate its brisk narrative style and pacing.

Филип v И Aполонија Во 216 Г.

“…32 Polyb., 22.18.10-11. Всушност, теоријата повеќе пати се среќава и кај Полибиј и воопшто во античката традиција (v. Burton (2017), 91 n.63). Eckstein (1995), 215, истакнува дека Полибиј го критикува Филип зашто неговата политика била нереална и довела до падот на Антигонидите.…”

Philip V and Apollonia in 216

“…Therefore, Eckstein is certainly right when he insists that Philip was known for his daring and risky undertakings, but such a venture could be characterized as madness rather than risk. 32 Polyb., In fact, the theory is repeated several times in Polybius and in the ancient tradition in general (v. Burton (2017), 91 n.63). Eckstein (1995), 215, points out that Polybius criticizes Philip because his policies were unrealistic and led to the fall of These examples show that, at least when it comes to Philip's motives and ultimate goals, Polybius' analysis must be taken with a great deal of reservation.…”

“…e.g. Harris (1979), 227-33;Burton (2017), 91-96. 33 The best testimony for the reputation of Philip is certainly the epigram of Alcaeus of Messene (Anth.…”