Byzantine Empire - Historical Biography, Byzantine Empire - History
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Overview
The Age of Justinian examines the reign of the great emperor Justinian (527-565) and his wife, Theodora, who advanced from the theatre to the throne. The origins of the irrevocable split between East and West, between the Byzantine and the Persian Empire are chronicled, which continue up to the present day. The book looks at the social structure of sixth century Byzantium and the neighbors that surrounded the empire. It also deals with Justinian's wars, which restored Italy, Africa and a part of Spain to the empire.Synopsis
A readable and absorbing account of the great Emperor Justinian detailing the social structure of sixth-century Byzantium and Justinian's wars which restored Italy, Africa and part of Spain to the Empire.
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Evans (classics, U. of British Columbia) examines the history of the great emperor, whose reign marks the transition between Late Antiquity and the Byzantine period, including what is presently known about his life, the social structure of the empire, its relations with its neighbors, and naturally, its wars. It also examines theological issues, which split the empire and left deep divisions after Justinian's death. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.Book Details
Published
April 1, 1996
Publisher
Taylor & Francis, Inc.
Pages
360
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780415022095