History of the Eastern Roman Empire: From the Fall of Irene to the Accession of Basil I.

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Good Press, 3. pro 2023. - Broj stranica: 310
In 'History of the Eastern Roman Empire', J. B. Bury presents a comprehensive and meticulously researched account of the Byzantine Empire from its inception to its decline. Written in a narrative style that seamlessly intertwines historical analysis with engaging storytelling, Bury employs a broad scholarly approach, emphasizing political, military, and cultural developments while remaining accessible to both specialists and general readers. The work serves as both a continuation and a critical reevaluation of classical scholarship, expanding upon themes introduced in earlier historical texts and situating the Eastern Roman Empire within the larger context of European history and its legacy. J. B. Bury, a distinguished historian and scholar of late antiquity, was deeply influenced by the prevailing academic discourse of his time, which emphasized the evolution of civilizations. His background in classical studies and his commitment to rigorous primary source analysis informed his approach to writing this book. Bury'Äôs aim was not only to document the rich history of the Eastern Roman Empire but also to shed light on its significance in shaping modern Europe and the Mediterranean world. This book is highly recommended for anyone interested in Byzantine history, as it offers invaluable insights into an often-overlooked era. Readers will find Bury's work an essential resource, rich in detail and infused with scholarly rigor, engagingly illuminating the complexities of the Eastern Roman Empire's political, social, and cultural landscape.

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Preface Chapter I Nicephorus I Stauracius and Michael I A D 802813
Leo V The Armenian and the Revival of Iconoclasm A D
Michael II The Amorian A D 820829
Theophilus A D 829842
Michael III A D 842867
Photius and Ignatius
Financial Amed Military Administration
The Saracen Wars
The Saracen Conquest of Crete and Sicily
Relations with the Western Empire Venice
Bulgaria
The Conversion of the Slavs and the Bulgarians
The Empire of the Khazars and the Peoples of the North
Art Learning and Education The Amorian Period

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