Carthage Empire
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The Carthaginian Empire
Author: Nathan Pilkington
language: en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Release Date: 2019-10-04
The Carthaginian Empire: 550 – 202 BCE argues for a new history of the Phoenician polity. In contrast to previous studies of the Carthaginian Empire that privileged evidence from Greco-Roman sources, Nathan Pilkington bases his study on evidence preserved in the archaeological and epigraphic records of Carthage and its colonies and dependencies. Using this evidence, Pilkington demonstrates that the Carthaginian Empire of the 6th– 4th centuries BCE — as recovered archaeologically and epigraphically — bears little resemblance to currently accepted historical reconstructions. He then presents an independent archaeological and epigraphic reconstruction of the Carthaginian Empire. In this presentation, the author argues that the Carthaginian Empire developed later, chronologically, and was less extensive, geographically, than reconstructions based on the Greco-Roman source tradition suggest. Pilkington further shows that Carthage developed a similar infrastructure of imperial power to those developed in Rome and Athens. Like its contemporaries, Carthage used colonization, the establishment of metropolitan political institutions at dependent polities, and the reorganization of trade into a metropolitan hub-and-spoke system to develop imperial control over subordinated territories.
Carthage
Carthage was an ancient city-state located in what is now modern-day Tunisia. Founded by Phoenician settlers in the ninth century BC, Carthage would rise to become one of the most influential and powerful empires of the ancient Mediterranean world, only to be destroyed by the Romans in 146 BC. Despite its destruction, the Romans later lavishly rebuilt it, cementing its place in history. During its peak in the fourth century BC, Carthage was the capital of the Carthaginian Empire, a force that dominated the western Mediterranean with unmatched power and influence. The origins of Carthage can be traced back to around 814 BC, when settlers from Tyre, a prosperous Phoenician city-state in modern Lebanon, arrived on the northern coast of Africa. Following the fall of Phoenicia to the Neo-Assyrian Empire in the seventh century BC, Carthage emerged as an independent entity. Over time, it expanded its influence, securing political and economic control over vast territories across the western Mediterranean. By 300 BC, Carthage controlled a sprawling empire that included the coastal regions of northwest Africa, southern Iberia (modern-day Spain, Portugal, and Gibraltar), and a series of key islands such as Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, Malta, and the Balearic Islands. This expansion was achieved through a complex network of colonies, vassal states, and satellite territories. Carthage’s strategic location played a significant role in its success. Its access to fertile agricultural lands and critical maritime trade routes allowed the city to thrive economically and become one of the wealthiest and most powerful centers of commerce in the ancient world. Carthage’s trade network extended across the Mediterranean and beyond, reaching as far as West Asia, West Africa, and northern Europe. This vast commerce facilitated the exchange of goods such as agricultural products, manufactured items, and luxury commodities, which flowed through its ports and markets.
The Carthaginian Betrayal
Author: Pasquale De Marco
language: en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
Release Date: 2025-05-08
Carthage was a maritime and commercial powerhouse that rivaled the Roman Empire. Founded by Phoenician settlers in North Africa, Carthage grew into a wealthy and powerful city-state. For centuries, Carthage controlled a vast empire that stretched across the Mediterranean Sea. This book tells the story of Carthage, from its founding to its fall. We will explore Carthage's relationship with other civilizations, its military prowess, its culture, and its legacy. Carthage was a major player in the ancient world, and its story is one of triumph and tragedy. It was a city of great wealth and power, but it was also a city that was ultimately destroyed by its enemies. The story of Carthage is a reminder that even the greatest empires can fall, and that the past can hold valuable lessons for the present. In this book, we will explore the following topics: * The founding of Carthage and its early history * The Punic Wars and Carthage's rivalry with Rome * Hannibal's invasion of Italy and the Battle of Cannae * The fall of Carthage and its aftermath * Carthage's legacy and its impact on the world This book is a comprehensive overview of Carthage, and it is perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about this fascinating ancient civilization. If you like this book, write a review on google books!