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The Secret History of the Court of Justinian
Paperback
Historical FiguresMedieval & Renaissance HistoryAncient Rome
ISBN13: 9781023148689
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 174
Weight: 0.56
Height: 0.37 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Delve into the tumultuous reign of Justinian I, Emperor of the Byzantine Empire, with Procopius's The Secret History of the Court of Justinian. This revealing account offers a rare glimpse behind the opulent facade of the Roman Empire's eastern court. More than just a chronicle, this is a candid, unflinching portrayal of the emperor and his inner circle.
Procopius, a contemporary of Justinian, unveils a side of the Byzantine world rarely seen in official histories. Explore the intrigues, scandals, and hidden agendas that shaped one of history's most influential periods. This enduring historical text provides invaluable insights into the personalities and power struggles that defined Justinian's era. A vital resource for anyone interested in Roman history, medieval Europe, and the lives of historical figures.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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