Alex Stewart schreibt auch unter dem Namen Sandy Mitchell. Er ist bekannt für seine Romane im Rahmen des Spiels Warhammer 40.000.
What made Greek soldiers the supreme warriors of their day? What weapons and tactics made them all-powerful on the battlefield? Who were the toughest soldiers in Greece? Greek Soldiers introduces you to some of the most impressive fighters in history. Packed with figures and statistics, this book reveals the facts about armor, weapons, and fighting styles, and brings history alive with dramatic, photographic recreations. Book jacket.
The third edition of the Rough Guide to Chile explores all corners of the country from the vast Atacama Desert and magnificent, snow-capped Volcán Osorno to the granite spires of the Torres del Paine massif in Southern Patagonia and the mysterious moai statues on Easter Island. The guide includes reviews for all the best places to stay, eat and drink, to suit every taste and budget - plus a new ''Authors'' Picks'' feature to highlight the very best options. There is plenty of practical information for a range of outdoor pursuits, from trekking and white-water rafting to skiing and snow-boarding. The guide takes a detailed look at Chile''s history and culture and comes complete with maps and plans for every region.