Drawing on archaeology and historical analysis, the author, a classical archaeologist, reveals how information was gathered, how cities were breached, and how political actors used deception to gain advantage. The book uncovers the quieter mechanisms beneath ancient power: secret negotiations, disguised operatives, coded communication, and strategic betrayals that altered the course of history.
Ideal for readers interested in ancient history, military strategy, archaeology, and the early origins of espionage.
Classical archaeology, ancient era historian, qualifying physician, world traveller.