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The Cambridge History of the Byzantine Empire c.500–1492 1st Edition

by Jonathan Shepard (Editor)

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Byzantium lasted a thousand years, ruled to the end by self-styled ‘emperors of the Romans’. It underwent kaleidoscopic territorial and structural changes, yet recovered repeatedly from disaster: even after the near-impregnable Constantinople fell in 1204, variant forms of the empire reconstituted themselves. The Cambridge History of the Byzantine Empire tells the story, tracing political and military events, religious controversies and economic change. It offers clear, authoritative chapters on the main events and periods, with more detailed chapters on particular outlying regions, neighbouring powers or aspects of Byzantium. With aids such as a glossary, an alternative place-name table and references to English translations of sources, it will be valuable as an introduction. However, it also offers stimulating new approaches and important new findings, making it essential reading for postgraduates and for specialists.

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0521832314
ISBN-13

978-0521832311
Edition

1st
Publisher

Cambridge University Press
Publication date

January 12, 2009
Language

English
Dimensions

6 x 2.25 x 8.75 inches
Print length

1228 pages
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"A fine scholarly accomplishment. The editor's long introduction sets the stage for the contributions that follow. The volume is separated into four segments: the notion of Byzantium, periodization, an ap[preciation of cultural and societal approaches to Byzantium, and a discussion of sources in translation. The book's three parts correspond to the apex, transformation, and fall of the Byzantine Empire....The book has a fine bibliography, illustrations, and map selection. Recommended."
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Book Description

A history of the rise and fall of the Byzantine Empire.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press; 1st edition (January 12, 2009)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 1228 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0521832314
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0521832311
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.43 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 2.25 x 8.75 inches

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Amazing book!

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This book is an excellent, in-depth overview of the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire from the Emperor Anastasius of the Leonid Dynasty to Constantine Dragases Palialogos. It also talks about their neighbours as well. It has great maps, great photos, and looks nice as well! I recommend buying this book, although it is a bit pricy.