Rise and Conspiracy: The Byzantine Empire: The Byzantine Empire

Author: Liu Chuanxi
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Publish Date: 2003-02-01
Features: "Rise and Conspiracy: The Byzantine Empire" is one of the world history series "Living in Distant Times" published by Time-Life Books. This volume tells the thrilling story of Basil's ruthless rise to power, along with many fascinating chapters about the men and women of the Byzantine Empire. It depicts the daily lives of people in the capital Constantinople and the provinces of Europe and Asia Minor. Through letters, diaries, church and government documents, and other historical sources, it vividly recreates the lives of ordinary people and emperors. It includes Constantine I, the powerful ruler who broke Roman tradition by allowing Christians to freely practice their religion; the unfortunate provincial soldier Musurios, who faced lifelong punishment for lacking a horse; and Empress Zoe, whose actions drew widespread criticism and shocked her subjects. The vivid descriptions are accompanied by colorful photographs, showcasing the magnificent mosaics, lifelike ivory carvings, intricately patterned tapestries, and detailed illustrations of the time, bringing the people, places, and events of the Byzantine Empire to life.