
audiobook
IL TRAMONTO DI UNA CIVILTÀ VOLUME SECONDO
CAPITOLO PRIMO. LA GUERRA
CAPITOLO SECONDO. IL RIVOLGIMENTO ECONOMICO DEL MONDO ANTICO
CAPITOLO TERZO. LA CONQUISTA ROMANA
CAPITOLO QUARTO. FINIS GRAECIAE
INDICE ANALITICO-ALFABETICO
SOMMARIO DEL VOLUME SECONDO.
The book opens a wide‑angle inquiry into why the glittering powers of Sparta, Athens and the Thessalian leagues slipped from dominance into subjugation. It argues that endless conflict was not merely a backdrop but a corrosive force that reshaped politics, economics and social cohesion, turning a once‑vibrant civilization into a landscape of perpetual alarm. By tracing the chain of wars—from the legendary Trojan siege to the relentless struggle against Persia and the internecine battles of the Peloponnesian period—the narrative seeks the deeper, systemic causes behind the collapse rather than a simple list of events.
Using a blend of ancient testimonies and modern scholarship, the author weaves a clear, engaging portrait of a world where alliances shifted as quickly as swords clashed. Listeners will discover how recurring militarism, rival ambitions and fragile institutions set the stage for the eventual downfall, offering insight that resonates far beyond antiquity. The tone remains scholarly yet approachable, inviting anyone curious about the forces that can undo even the greatest societies.
Language
it
Duration
~4 hours (272K characters)
Release date
2024-05-04
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1877–1952
A sharp, wide-ranging Italian historian, he moved from classical antiquity to modern history while keeping a strong interest in the social forces behind political change. He is especially remembered for founding and directing the influential journal Nuova Rivista Storica.
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