This volume investigates the strategic, political, and military complexities of the Second Punic War as documented by the Roman historian Livy. The authors, Dexter Hoyos and J.C. Yardley, provide a scholarly translation and critical commentary on books 21 through 30 of Livy's 'Ab Urbe Condita'. By analyzing Livy's narrative alongside modern archaeological and historical evidence, the authors clarify the logistical challenges and tactical maneuvers that defined the conflict between Rome and Carthage.

Scholars and students of classical history frequently cite this edition for its rigorous attention to the nuances of Livy's Latin prose. Experts highlight this work as a standard reference for understanding the historiography of the Punic Wars.