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THE AGE OF JUSTINIAN AND THEODORA
PREFACE
PREFATORY NOTE TO SECOND EDITION
PROEM
ADDITIONAL CORRECTIONS
CHAPTER I CONSTANTINOPLE IN THE SIXTH CENTURY
CHAPTER II THE ROMAN EMPIRE UNDER ANASTASIUS: THE INHERITANCE OF JUSTINIAN
CHAPTER III BIRTH AND FORTUNES OF THE ELDER JUSTIN: THE ORIGINS OF JUSTINIAN
CHAPTER IV PRE-IMPERIAL CAREER OF THEODORA: THE CONSORT OF JUSTINIAN
The sixth century unfolds as a vivid tapestry of empire, faith, and ambition, and this study invites listeners to walk the bustling streets of Constantinople alongside the figures who shaped its destiny. By weaving together political chronicles, topographical detail, and social insight, the narrative paints a living portrait of a world marching toward both greatness and upheaval, while also reflecting on how the past informs the future.
Rich with maps and scholarly notes, the work explores everything from the city’s monumental architecture to the intricate workings of court, law, and religious life. Early chapters trace the modest origins of the future emperor and his formidable partner, setting the stage for the reforms and conquests that will define their reign. The author’s careful revisions and expansive perspective make the era feel both immediate and timeless, offering a balanced view that scholars and curious listeners alike will find engaging.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (425K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Turgut Dincer, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2021-05-14
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1845–1927
A doctor turned historian, he wrote sweeping studies of the Byzantine world and other major moments in European history. His books are known for their wide scope and patient, detailed storytelling.
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