Описание: A long overdue and thrillingly paced narrative of one of the most dramatic periods in Medieval history, Streams of Gold, Rivers of Blood provides an engaging chronicle of the various imperial upheavals, from the conquests of Basil to the collapse of Constantinople, concluding with the First Crusade.
Описание: Constantine of Rhodes's tenth-century poem is an account of public monuments in Constantinople and of the Church of the Holy Apostles. In the opening section of the work, Constantine describes columns and sculptures within the city, seven of which he calls 'wonders'. In the second part of the poem, he portrays the Church of the Holy Apostles, offering an account of its architecture and internal decoration, notably the mosaics, seven of which are also depicted as 'wonders'. On one level, the poem offers an account of what was visible, a sense of city topography and, in the case of the Apostoleion, a vital description of a now-lost building. But it cannot be read as a straightforward description. Rather, Constantine's work offers insights into Byzantine perceptions of works of art. The monuments Constantine decided to portray and the ways in which he chose to describe them say as much, if not more, about the social and cultural milieu in which he operated as about the actual physical appearance of the monuments themselves. Further, the poem itself, as it survives in one fifteenth-century manuscript, raises questions: is it, in its current form, a single poem or is it made up of a compilation of Constantine's writings? This book supersedes the two previous editions of the poem, both dating to 1896, and provides the first full translation of the text. It consists of a new Greek edition of Constantine's poem, with an introductory essay, prepared by Ioannis Vassis, and a translation and commentary by a group of scholars headed by Liz James. Liz James also contributes an extensive discussion of the two distinct parts of the poem, the city monuments and the Church of the Holy Apostles.
Автор: Cowan Ross Название: Roman Legionary AD 284-337 ISBN: 1472806662 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781472806666 Издательство: Osprey Рейтинг: Цена: 2226.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Diocletian and Constantine were the greatest of the Late Roman emperors, and their era marks the climax of the legionary system. This title details the equipment, background, training and combat experience of the men from all parts of the empire who made up the backbone of Rome`s legions in this pivotal period.
Автор: Walter Название: The Warrior Saints in Byzantine Art and Tradition ISBN: 1138253855 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781138253858 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 7501.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Описание: Christopher Walter's study of the cult and iconography of Byzantine warrior saints - George, Demetrius, the two Theodores, and dozens more - is at once encyclopaedic and interpretative, and the first comprehensive study of the subject. The author delineates their origins and development as a distinctive category of saint, showing that in its definitive form this coincides with the apogee of the Byzantine empire in the 10th-11th centuries. He establishes a repertory, particularly of their commemorations in synaxaries and their representations in art, and describes their iconographical types and the functions ascribed to them once enrolled in the celestial army: support for the terrestrial army in its offensive campaigns, and a new protective role when the Byzantine Empire passed to the defensive.
The survey highlights the lack of historicity among the Byzantines in their approach to the lives of these saints and their terrestrial careers. An epilogue briefly treats the analogous traditions in the cultures of neighbouring peoples. Walter draws attention to the development of an echelon of military saints, notably in church decoration, which provides the surest basis for defining their specificity; also to the way in which they were depicted, generally young, handsome and robust, and frequently 'twinned' in pairs, so calling attention to the importance of camaraderie among soldiers.
At the same time, this work opens a new perspective on the military history of the Byzantine Empire. Its ideology of war consistently followed that of the Israelites; protected and favoured by divine intervention, there was no occasion to discuss the morality of a 'just war'. Consequently, when considering Byzantine methods of warfare, due attention should be given to the important role which they attributed to celestial help in their military campaigns.
Автор: Celik, Siren (harvard University, Massachusetts) Название: Manuel ii palaiologos (1350-1425) ISBN: 1108836593 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781108836593 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 19800.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Constructing a rich, in-depth portrait of Manuel II Palaiologos (1350-1425), this biography focuses not only on political events, but also on the personality, personal life and literary output of Manuel. Will appeal to medievalist scholars of various backgrounds as well as non-specialist readers.
Автор: Dam, Raymond Van Название: Roman revolution of constantine ISBN: 0521133017 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521133012 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 5069.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The reign of the emperor Constantine (306-337) was as revolutionary for the transformation of Rome`s Mediterranean empire as that of Augustus, the first emperor three centuries earlier. The abandonment of Rome signalled the increasing importance of frontier zones in northern and central Europe and the Middle East.
Описание: Celibate Marriages in Late Antique and Byzantine Hagiography explores the puzzling phenomenon of celibate marriage as depicted in the lives of three couples who achieved sainthood. Marriage without intercourse appears to have no purpose, especially in Christian antiquity, yet these three tales were copied for centuries. What messages were they promoting? What did it mean to be a virgin husband and a virgin wife? Including full translations, this volume sets each life in its historical context, and by examining their individual and shared themes, the book shows that the tension raised by pitting marriage against celibacy is constantly debated. It also highlights the ingenuity of Byzantine hagiographers as they attempted to reconcile this curious paradox. This book addresses a gap in late Antique and Byzantine hagiographic studies where primary sources and interpretative material are very rarely presented in the same volume. By providing a variety of contexts to the material a much more comprehensive, revealing and holistic picture of celibate marriage emerges.
Автор: Trovato, Stefano Название: Julian the Apostate in Byzantine Culture ISBN: 1032017473 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781032017471 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 22202.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book analyses Julian the Apostate from the perspectives of Byzantine Culture.
Автор: Lieu, Samuel Название: From Constantine to Julian: Pagan and Byzantine Views ISBN: 041509335X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780415093354 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 22202.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
If you want to discover the captivating lives of five Roman Emperors, then keep reading...
Five captivating manuscripts in one book:
Augustus: A Captivating Guide to the First Emperor of Rome and How He Ruled the Roman Empire
Tiberius: A Captivating Guide to the Life of Ancient Rome's Second Emperor and How He Ruled the Roman Empire
Nero: A Captivating Guide to the Last Emperor of the Julio-Claudian Dynasty and How He Ruled the Roman Empire
Constantine the Great: A Captivating Guide to the First Christian Roman Emperor and How He Ruled the Roman Empire
Justinian I: A Captivating Guide to Justinian the Great and How This Emperor Ruled the Roman Empire
Part 1 of this book covers the life of Augustus and here are some of the topics included:
Rome
The Early Years
Early Career
Caesar's Son
The Road to Actium
Augustus
The Birth of an Empire
Imperator
Death and Legacy
And much, much more
Part 2 of this book covers the life of Tiberius and here are some of the topics included:
Before the Emperors
Born into Turmoil
The Eye of the Emperor
In the Shadow of Augustus
First Conquest
Forced Marriage
Rock Bottom
Ascension
A Slippery Slope to Capri
The Last Javelin
And much, much more
Part 3 of this book covers the life of Nero and here are some of the topics included:
The First Emperors
Exile
Agrippina Pulls the Strings
Matricide
Right off the Rails
Rome Ablaze
Regret
The Last Killing
And much, much more
Part 4 of this book covers the life of Constantine the Great and here are some of the topics included:
The Early Life of Constantine the Great
Early Rule
Civil Wars
Constantine, the Lavish Administrator
The Man behind the Emperor
Constantinople
Constantine and Christianity
Late Rule and Death
And much, much more
Part 5 of this book covers the life of Justinian I and here are some of the topics included:
Early Life
Empress Theodora
Rebellion, Riot, and Rebuilding
Corpus Juris Civilis
Expansion of the Empire
Religion
Life under Justinian
The Decline of Justinian
Legacy
And much, much more
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Автор: Van Dam Название: Remembering Constantine at the Milvian Bridge ISBN: 1107644496 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107644496 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 6653.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Throughout late antiquity and the medieval period, memories of Constantine`s victory in 312 at the battle of the Milvian Bridge served as a powerful paradigm for understanding rulership in a Christian society. This book examines the creation and dissemination of legends about that battle and its significance.
Описание: The Byzantine Empire was founded during the chaotic third century. It was the time when revolts and civil wars were common, and Roman emperors merely lasted for a year. Despite being one of the most captivating historical periods of all time, the Byzantine Empire is a lesser known one and it`s rare to find a page-turning resource on the topic.
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