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# Sparta At War: Strategy, Tactics and Campaigns, 950–362 BC Hardcover – December 1, 2011

**Brand:** dr. scott m. rusch
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- **What is this?** Sparta At War: Strategy, Tactics and Campaigns, 950–362 BC Hardcover – December 1, 2011 by dr. scott m. rusch
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## Customer Reviews

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    Don't tangle with the Spartans!
  

*by D***S on Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2015*

This is a great overview of the history of the Lacedaemons, a people who viewed themselves as the "sons of Hercules."  Scott Rusch does a terrific job of piecing together Spartan history by referencing primary & secondary ancient sources such as Xenophon, Herodotus, Thucydides, Diodorus and Plutarch.As Rusch points out, the Spartan strategy was comprised in a military machine that focused on superior soldiering over superior generalship.  Even when Spartan generals turned out to be inept (which they did from time to time), the Spartan phalanx could still deliver Sparta a victory on the battlefield via a brutal combat training regimen.  In short, even if you out-schemed the Spartans on the battlefield, they could still pound your land army into submission.This is a book whose target audience is comprised of people who have a fascination with the historical denizens of Laconia.  It is not recommended for people who may have accrued a passing interest after seeing the 

  
300 [HD









  
  
    
  ] and 

  
300: Rise of an Empire [HD









  
  
    
  ] movies.  While entertaining, both of these films have some serious historical fudging.  For those who had their interest piqued by these films but are @ the same time unwilling to read a hardcore history book such as this one, I would recommend 

  
Gates of Fire: An Epic Novel of the Battle of Thermopylae









  
  
    
  .For people who enjoy the present book, I would also recommend 

  
Sparta









  
  
    
  ,

  
Sparta and Lakonia: A Regional History 1300-362 BC









  
  
    
  ,

  
Spartan Women









  
  
    
  ,

  
On Sparta (Penguin Classics)









  
  
    
   and 

  
The Spartans: The World of the Warrior-Heroes of Ancient Greece by Cartledge, Paul unknown Edition [Paperback(2004)









  
  
    
  ].  Whatever books you choose to read or not read, just remember that Sparta lives in our reflections on the ancient Greek world!

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    A good thorough review of Spartan history
  

*by R***D on Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2018*

Few ancient cultures have captured the imagination like Sparta, especially with their prominence these past several years in popular culture. This book was an enjoyable and informative read that talked about the important years of Spartan history, from its beginning to decline. The author was thorough regarding the various battles and political conflicts that were involved, and made good use of various ancient resources.

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    Tough read, but great information
  

*by J***E on Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2019*

This is a slow, tough read at times (especially the beginning, but it does pick up); however, the scholarship and information are excellent.  Again, if you are interested in the subject - great information.  I almost gave it 3 stars; as I've mentioned the writing is dry and matter-of-fact.  Then again, without embellishment or adding fictional elements, any author would have a difficult task.  In the end, the author did a great job of combining many historical sources into as detailed and informative a chronology as possible.

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