The History of Agathocles (Illustrated)

by H.J.W. Tillyard, Charles River Editors (Introduction)

Overview

*Illustrated
*Includes Table of Contents

Agathocles was King of Sicily, ruling between 304 to 289 B.C. Born to a potter, Agathocles joined the army but was banished for attempting to overthrow the government of Syracuse. He returned in 317 with an army and declared himself tyrant of Syracuse. Agathocles warred with Carthage until 306 B.C. , after which he conquered the better part of Sicily.

This edition of The History of Agathocles includes images of ancient Sicily, Carthage, Utica, and more. A table of contents is also included for easier navigation.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940013291898
Publisher:	Charles River Editors
Publication date:	10/22/2011
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	4 MB