Justinian: Byzantine Emperor, Roman General, Saint
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                                                                    How many reforms could an emperor implement in the 83 years of his life, 20 of which he ruled jointly with his wife? Is it true that the Hagia Sophia so fascinated his contemporaries that in the Middle Ages, it was said that an angel lived there? Did the Persian king really offer Emperor Justinian the chance to "adopt" his son?
Emperor Justinian ruled for nearly four decades, from 527 to 565, during an era of global change, terrible epidemics, and geopolitical threats. From humble beginnings, he rose to become a powerful ruler of vast territories from Greece to the Arabian deserts and determined the fate of Byzantium for many years to come. This groundbreaking biography by the eminent historian Peter Sarris reveals Justinian as a complex and complex man. A brilliant strategist who never set foot on a battlefield. A talented and energetic administrator with an eye for detail. A man in love who married a dancer and ruled jointly with her for over 20 years. In striving to restore Rome to its former glory, Justinian laid the foundation for the greatness of Byzantium.
"Despite the many centuries that separate us from Justinian, this man from the distant past remains our contemporary. Many of the challenges Justinian faced, and even some of the decisions he made, continue to resonate with us today. The emperor's legacy is all around us: in the architecture inspired by his building projects; in legal systems; in our culture and history. That is why, despite all the contradictions in his nature, Justinian continues to speak to us today." (Peter Sarris)
                            
                            
                            Emperor Justinian ruled for nearly four decades, from 527 to 565, during an era of global change, terrible epidemics, and geopolitical threats. From humble beginnings, he rose to become a powerful ruler of vast territories from Greece to the Arabian deserts and determined the fate of Byzantium for many years to come. This groundbreaking biography by the eminent historian Peter Sarris reveals Justinian as a complex and complex man. A brilliant strategist who never set foot on a battlefield. A talented and energetic administrator with an eye for detail. A man in love who married a dancer and ruled jointly with her for over 20 years. In striving to restore Rome to its former glory, Justinian laid the foundation for the greatness of Byzantium.
"Despite the many centuries that separate us from Justinian, this man from the distant past remains our contemporary. Many of the challenges Justinian faced, and even some of the decisions he made, continue to resonate with us today. The emperor's legacy is all around us: in the architecture inspired by his building projects; in legal systems; in our culture and history. That is why, despite all the contradictions in his nature, Justinian continues to speak to us today." (Peter Sarris)
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