: The narrative explores what the world might have looked like if Carthage had prevailed or if its civilization (based on trade and maritime power) had offered a viable alternative to the Roman model of centralized military empire.
: Beyond fiction, the text often delves into the philosophical and economic reasons behind the fall of Carthage, questioning the inevitability of historical "winners" writing the truth. 3. Publication and Availability Author : Sergey Smirnov (Сергей Смирнов). : The narrative explores what the world might
: The author draws parallels between the Punic Wars and contemporary international relations. Rome represents a global hegemon (often identified with the modern "collective West" or "Atlanticism"), while Carthage represents a rival power that must be "destroyed" for the hegemon to feel secure. : The narrative explores what the world might