The Vandalic War: The History of the Wars: Books III & IV

by Procopius, Henry Bronson Dewing (Translator)

Get lost in a rich, gripping narrative of one of the most consequential conflicts in history with The Vandalic Wars by Procopius, translated by Henry Bronson Dewing. This stunning volume is part of the acclaimed series "History of the Wars." It casts a deep look into one of the defining moments of ancient times as told by one of the greatest historians.

Enhanced with a comprehensive understanding of classical antiquity, learn about the historical clash between the Roman Empire and their enemies — the Vandals in North Africa — through colorful accounts of warfare and politics.

Follow along as Procopius recounts invasions, sieges, and battles lost and won, plus vivid personal anecdotes to give you a clearer picture of life at that time. It comes packed with revealing accounts of politics as a game for personal gain and betrayal as a way to reach power and glory.

Each chapter presents an intricate ballet between allies and foes, giving insight into many leaders whose ambitions led to tragedy or triumphalism. View civilization through the eyes of those who experienced it directly — Roman soldiers, Vandal warriors, and people around them — and through literary masterpieces penned by historians who sought to document history but also reveal characters' motivations.

The Vandalic Wars provides a unique look into an era long gone and still has important lessons to impart today.

174 pages, Hardcover

Published March 31, 2023

About the author

Procopius of Caesarea was born in the latter years of the fifth century at Caesarea in Palestine. He originated from the land-owning provincial upper class and, like Zosimus, became a civil servant. As early as A.D. 527, before the emperor Justin's death, Procopius became counsellor, assessor, and secretary to Belisarius, whose fortunes and campaigns he followed for the next twelve or fifteen years. Small wonder he became very knowledgeable of military affairs through this service. He has long been respected as a historian of the emperor Justinian’s wars, and is reckoned the greatest of the later Greek historians. Procopius was finally raised to the dignity of an illustrius, and died not earlier than A.D. 562.