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The Power Game in Byzantium

Antonina and the Empress Theodora

Evans, Professor Emeritus James Allan

The Power Game in Byzantium

The Power Game in Byzantium

Antonina and the Empress Theodora

The Power Game in Byzantium

 

Original portrayal of Justinian's reign, its politics and theological disputes, focusing on the lives of two extraordinary women who wielded power and influence.

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Beschrijving The Power Game in Byzantium

An exploration of the corridors of power in Byzantium of the time of Justinian (527-565). It reveals how Empress Theodora and Antonina, both alumnae of the theatre, were remarkable examples of social mobility, moving into positions of power and influence, becoming wives of key figures.

ISBN
9781441140784
Pagina's
288
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NUR
680
Druk
1
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Hardback
Taal
Engels
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Continuum Publishing Corporation

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