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The Byzantine Empire was one of the most impressive imperial states in history. It managed to govern a large part of southeastern Europe and Anatolia for one thousand one hundred years. From 324, when Emperor Constantine established his capital in Byzantium (which was renamed Constantinople), until 1453, when the city was conquered by the Ottomans, the Byzantine territory became a dynamic field for the production of literature, art, theology, law, and education.
Dionysius Stathakopoulos here narrates a compelling story of military conquests, alliances, and upheavals. It is the story of a state that was constantly in a state of war, yet was not militaristic, and, when possible, resorted to a refined and multifaceted diplomacy to handle its neighbors and enemies.
The author breaks with established views of Byzantium as an unchanging, theocratic state and, using the latest research findings, explores its political, economic, social, and cultural history. He presents a vivid description of a state that has proven over the centuries to be remarkably resilient and adaptable, and whose legacy has influenced European history far more than it is credited.
Whether it is the mosaics of the Monastery of Daphni and the impressive Hagia Sophia, the erudite and heretical Michael Psellos, or the immensely wealthy aristocrats, or the term "Byzantinism" (a scholarly fixation on form and detail without practical goals), Byzantium invites us to reconsider its history.
“The author is an excellently trained and reliable guide to the world of Byzantium.” Averil Cameron
“To present coherently and succinctly the main features, internal dynamics, and artistic achievements of Byzantium is no easy task. Dionysius Stathakopoulos achieves it with characteristic ease.” Jonathan Shepard
“An ideal and insightful guide to over a thousand years of critical history.” Bettany Hughes
Manufacturer
- Publisher
- Patakis
- Skroutz Book Awards 2025
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- Type
- Academic History
- Theme
- Turkish rule, Byzantium, History of Europe
- Time Period
- Ottoman Period
- Language
- Greek
- Cover
- Soft
- Number of Pages
- 392
- Release Date
- 31/03/2017
- Publication Date
- 2017
- Dimensions
- 14x19.5 cm
- ISBN-13
- 9789601667546
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