{"title":"Alice-Mary Talbot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlice-Mary Talbot\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in historical texts that illuminate the Byzantine world through careful translation and insightful commentary. Her work often explores the intricate political and social landscapes of the era, offering readers a window into a complex and influential period of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTitles like \u003cem\u003eThe History of Leo the Deacon\u003c\/em\u003e showcase Talbot’s dedication to presenting primary historical sources with clarity and scholarly rigour. Her contributions appeal to those interested in deepening their understanding of medieval history and the military and cultural developments of Byzantium.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-history-of-leo-the-deacon-by-denis-f-sullivan-9780884023241","title":"The History of Leo the Deacon","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeo's firsthand experience of the campaigns and courts of two Byzantine emperors provides vivid descriptions of sieges, pitched battles, and ambushes. His account of the conspiracy against Nikephoros II Phokas, murdered as he slept on the floor in front of his icons, is one of the most dramatic in Byzantine narrative histories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlice-Mary Talbot and Denis Sullivan, with the assistance of George T. Dennis and Stamatina McGrath, include an extensive introduction and detailed notes to guide the reader through the complex chronology, geography, and text of the \u003cem\u003eHistory\u003c\/em\u003e. Also included are five maps, two genealogical tables, and four indexes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47487605211372,"sku":"9780884023241","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/41a39cdda2e8a08ad0759c59e3a26a8a.jpg?v=1775772674"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alice-mary-talbot.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}