Tarentine Horseman of Magna Graecia 430-190 BC Osprey Warrior No 130 Used Softcover Reference Book

Tarentine Horseman of Magna Graecia 430-190 BC (Osprey Warrior No 130) is a used softcover reference book that examines the history and role of the Tarentine cavalry during the Classical and Hellenistic periods. The Tarentine horsemen, originating from the Greek city of Taras (modern Taranto) in southern Italy, were renowned for their mobility and specialized light cavalry tactics. This book provides a detailed analysis of their recruitment, equipment, and battlefield methods, highlighting their influence throughout Magna Graecia and their interaction with neighboring cultures and armies. The text is supported by historical illustrations, maps, and diagrams to contextualize uniforms, weapons, and armor. As part of Osprey Publishing’s Warrior series, the volume is intended for readers seeking factual information on military organization, daily life, and warfare practices of ancient Greek cavalrymen. This edition is offered as a used softcover and is suitable as a reference for collectors or researchers in the field of military history.