Byzantium : the surprising life of a medieval empire
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xxiii, 391 pages, 24 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color), maps ; 24 cm
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 339-353) and index
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"Byzantium. The name evokes grandeur and exoticism - gold, cunning, and complexity. In this unique book Judith Herrin unveils the riches of a quite different civilization. Avoiding a standard chronological account of the Byzantine Empire's millennium-long history, she identifies the fundamental questions about Byzantium - what it was, and what special significance it holds for us today." "She argues that Byzantium's crucial role as the eastern defender of Christendom against Muslim expansion during the early Middle Ages made Europe - and the modern Western world - possible. Herrin captivates us with her discussions of all facets of Byzantine culture and society. She walks us through the complex ceremonies of the imperial court. She describes the transcendent beauty and power of the church of Hagia Sophia, as well as chariot races, monastic spirituality, diplomacy, and literature. She reveals the fascinating worlds of military usurpers and ascetics, eunuchs and courtesans, and artisans who fashioned the silks, icons, ivories, and mosaics so readily associated with Byzantine art."--BOOK JACKET
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Herrin, J. (2007). Byzantium: the surprising life of a medieval empire . Princeton University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Herrin, Judith. 2007. Byzantium: The Surprising Life of a Medieval Empire. Princeton University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Herrin, Judith. Byzantium: The Surprising Life of a Medieval Empire Princeton University Press, 2007.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Herrin, Judith. Byzantium: The Surprising Life of a Medieval Empire Princeton University Press, 2007.
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