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Summary Of The Mythology Of Arcadia By Polybius

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For thousands of years, individuals recorded events behind the rise and fall of great nations. Among historians, notables recognize Polybius of Arcadia as the most notable authority on ancient Roman history during the period following the third Punic war. This is the period after 146 BCE, which followed Rome’s completion in conquering the civilized world and includes the destruction of Carthage. Leaders of nations in the western world should study Polybius historical writings to gain insight on how to avoid the pitfalls of the histories of Carthage and Rome.
Polybius creation of Histories is among his most notable creations. This work chronicles the history of the Roman Empire from 264-146 BCE. According to the Κέλσος blog published by Matthew

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