As a veteran campaigner, the Byzantine emperor Maurice (582-602) compiled a unique and influential handbook intended for the field commander. In this first comp

A modern critical edition of the complete text of the 'Takita', including a facing English translation, explanatory notes, and extensive indexes.

Threatened on all sides by relentless enemies for a thousand years, the Byzantines needed ready armies and secure borders. To this end, experienced commanders c

By the middle of the sixth century the Byzantine emperor ruled a mighty empire that straddled Europe, Asia and North Africa. Within 100 years, this powerful emp

The Roman army is remarkable for its detailed organisation and professional structure. It not only extended and protected Rome's territorial empire which was th