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'HIMA' 11, 2022 - International Review of Ancient Military History

As with the other books in this series the text is supported by excellent photographs of modern re-enactors, which illustrate the many and varied troop types known to have existed in this period. The book is lavishy illustrated, with colour photos on almost every page, including some good maps.

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History of War

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Greece & Rome, Volume 86: Issue 2 - Journal of Classics Teaching

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Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy February/March 2020

I’ve enjoyed reading this particular book as I’ve toyed with the idea of gaming this period of history for some time. I even picked up some 1/72 ancient Greeks to start a small army but never got around to painting and fielding them in battle.

Reading this has tempted me yet again to build and paint an army, and maybe this time I’ll start and finish it.

Irregular magazine, Spring 2020 - reviewed by Jason Hubbard

Gabriele writes in a very easy to read style, which make this a joy to pick up and peruse. It lavishly illustrated throughout with photographs, diagrams and maps.

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Musket, sword and paint

The book's greatest asset is that is liberally filled with color photographs of all of the different troops that were used in the various armies. These are a treasure trove for miniature gamers. The different arms and armor of the period are reproduced as well. As a primer for the history of the times it is an excellent book. For the wargamer it serves as a valuable resource.

A Wargamers Needful Things

A great visual advance thanks to the contributions of associations interested in historical recreations.

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VaeVictis - n° 148 - NOVEMBRE/DÉCEMBRE 2019

The reformation of Alexander's forces after his death into strong, tightly disciplined fighting machines is covered to perfection in Gabriele's superb book. I often wonder where historians of ancient civilisation get their information from. This book reveals all.

Books Monthly

This is a beautifully illustrated book that follows the evolution of Hellenistic Armies through the final years of independence as they became increasingly influenced by Roman arms and tactics. This book provides rich illustration in the form of specially commissioned full colour drawings and photographs of re-enactors – Much Recommended.

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Firetrench

This book will be of interest to ancient wargamers and military modellers in particular, full as it is with uniform and weapon detail. It is a good primer on Hellenistic Warfare. It would also interest those undertaking more serious Ancient History studies, at least enabling them to more clearly see uniforms and equipment from the past.

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THOMO'S HOLE

This book is worth the very reasonable price for the colour plates alone.

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Balkan Wargamer

From a military point of view, it was a fairly interesting mix. The book that is also useful to model makers and reenactors (the details of the various types of helmets are very interesting) is written with great care and attention to every aspect, both historical and military. It cannot be missing on the shelf of the enthusiast of this interesting historical period and of antiquity in general.

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Wargames Illustrated, June 2019

A book of great detail that outlines the various phases of the history of the Hellenistic States and couples it with very high quality colour plates showing the evolution of the personal protection used by the soldier. The evidence of weaponry and unit tactics is well worth the read.

Michael McCarthy. Battlefield Guide

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