A History of Byzantium

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By Timothy E. Gregory

Series: Blackwell History of the Ancient World

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A History of Byzantium by Timothy E. Gregory offers a comprehensive overview of the Byzantine Empire from its origins in the fourth century to its fall in 1453. The book explores the empire's political, cultural, and religious developments, highlighting its resilience and influence throughout history. Ideal for readers interested in the complexities of Byzantine history and its lasting legacy.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the rich and complex history of the Byzantine Empire, with its unique blend of Roman, Greek, and Christian influences. It's perfect for those interested in exploring the political, cultural, and religious developments that defined Byzantium, offering a detailed yet accessible narrative for history enthusiasts.

A History of Byzantium

This introduction to the Byzantine civilisation provides a guide for those who know nothing or little about the history of Byzantium.

Description

This revised and expanded edition of the widely-praised A History of Byzantium covers the time from Constantine the Great in AD 306 to the fall of Constantinople in 1453.

Expands treatment of the middle and later Byzantine periods, incorporating new archaeological evidence.
Includes additional maps and photographs, and a newly annotated, updated bibliography.
Incorporates a new section on web resources for Byzantium studies.
Demonstrates that Byzantium was important in its own right but also served as a bridge between East and West and ancient and modern society.
Situates Byzantium in its broader historical context with a new comparative timeline and textboxes.

Series: Blackwell History of the Ancient World

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405184717

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 December 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 726g

Pages: 480

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Ancient & Classical History History & Military Non-Fiction Series: Blackwell History of the Ancient World Timothy E. Gregory

About the Author

Timothy E. Gregory is Professor of Byzantine History at Ohio State University where he is also Adjunct Professor of Anthropology. He is the author of Vox Populi (1979), Isthmia V. The Fortress and the Hexamilion (1993), The Corinthia in the Roman Period (1993), archaeology editor of The Oxford Dictionary of Byzantium (1991), and Director of the Ohio State University Excavations at Isthmia (Greece).