The Emperor Constantine
Emperor Constantine provides a convenient and concise introduction to one of the most important figures in ancient history. Taking into account the historiographical debates of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, Hans A. Pohlsander: * describes the Roman world into which Constantine was born *...
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| Formato: | Libro |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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London ; New York :
Routledge
2004
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| Edición: | 2a ed |
| Colección: | Lancaster pamphlets in ancient history
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| Ver en Universidad de Navarra: | https://innopac.unav.es/record=b17965688*spi |
| Sumario: | Emperor Constantine provides a convenient and concise introduction to one of the most important figures in ancient history. Taking into account the historiographical debates of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, Hans A. Pohlsander: * describes the Roman world into which Constantine was born * assesses Constantine's ability as a soldier and statesman * emphasizes the significance of Constantine as Rome's first Christian emperor * discusses the importance of the establishment of the new capital of Byzantium * gives an even-handed assessment of Constantine's achievements. This second edition is updated throughout to take into account the latest research on the subject. Also included is a revised introduction and an enlarged bibliography. |
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| Descripción Física: | XII, 122 p. : il., mapas ; 22 cm |
| Bibliografía: | Incluye referencias bibliográficas (p. 111-116) e índice |
| ISBN: | 9780415319386 |
