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Procopius

    Procopio de Cesarea es venerado como el historiador preeminente de las guerras del emperador Justiniano, un cronista cuyos relatos detallados ofrecen una visión sin precedentes de una era crucial. Su experiencia personal acompañando al general Belisario le proporcionó un conocimiento íntimo de las campañas militares y las intrigas políticas. A través de su servicio, adquirió una profunda comprensión de los eventos que documentaría más tarde. Procopio es reconocido como el más grande de los historiadores griegos tardíos, y su obra sigue siendo un recurso esencial para comprender la antigüedad tardía.

    The Secret History of Procopius
    The Secret Histroy
    The Secret History
    Procopius History of the Wars (Books V and VI)
    History of the Wars
    Anecdota, or Secret History
    • In Secret History the Byzantine historian Procopius (late fifth century to after 558 CE) attacks the sixth century CE emperor Justinian and empress Theodora and alleges their ruinous effect on the Roman empire. Procopius' pen is particularly sharp in portraying Theodora's lewdness, duplicity, cruelty, spite, vanity and pride.

      Anecdota, or Secret History
    • History of the Wars

      • 464 páginas
      • 17 horas de lectura

      History of the Wars by the Byzantine historian Procopius (late fifth century to after 558 CE) consists largely of sixth century CE military history, with much information about peoples, places, and special events. Powerful description complements careful narration. Procopius is just to the empire s enemies and boldly criticises emperor Justinian.

      History of the Wars
    • Focusing on the life and works of Procopius, this book explores his significance as the last major ancient historian of Eastern Rome. It highlights his primary role as a source for understanding Emperor Justinian's reign through his comprehensive writings, including an eight-book account of the Gothic Wars and a detailed examination of Justinian's public works. Notably, the "Secret History" reveals scandals and controversies omitted from official narratives, offering a unique perspective on the period.

      Procopius History of the Wars (Books V and VI)
    • Focusing on the intimate and revealing accounts of Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora, this work offers a candid portrayal of key historical figures, including Belisarius and his wife Antonina. Procopius, a learned legal adviser and historian from 6th-century Palestine, documents his experiences in war and court life, providing a brutally honest perspective on imperialism. Rediscovered in the 17th century after being lost for centuries, it stands as a crucial source for understanding the era, appealing to scholars and history enthusiasts alike.

      The Secret History
    • The Secret History of the Court of Justinian

      • 106 páginas
      • 4 horas de lectura

      This classical work offers a vital exploration of the events and intrigues within the court of Emperor Justinian, shedding light on a significant period in history. Alpha Editions has undertaken the task of preserving this essential text by republishing it in a modern format, ensuring clarity and readability. The book has been meticulously reformatted and retyped, distinguishing it from scanned copies, making it accessible for both present and future generations.

      The Secret History of the Court of Justinian
    • The Secret History

      New Large Print Edition

      • 210 páginas
      • 8 horas de lectura

      Set against the backdrop of the 6th century Byzantine Empire, the narrative provides a critical view of Emperor Justinian I's reign, contrasting with Procopius' more flattering accounts. As an advisor to General Belisarius, Procopius reveals the political intrigues, power struggles, and corruption within the imperial court. This work exposes the darker aspects of this historical period, showcasing scandals that affected key figures and inviting readers to explore the complexities of Byzantine politics and society during a transformative era.

      The Secret History
    • Perserkriege

      • 586 páginas
      • 21 horas de lectura

      Jetzt beim Akademie Verlag: Sammlung Tusculum - die berühmte zweisprachige Bibliothek der Antike! Die 1923 gegründete Sammlung Tusculum umfasst ca. 200 klassische Werke der griechischen und lateinischen Literatur des Altertums und bildet damit das Fundament der abendländischen Geistesgeschichte ab. Die Werke Ciceros, Ovids und Horaz’ gehören ebenso zum Programm wie die philosophischen Schriften Platons, die Dramen des Sophokles oder die enzyklopädische Naturgeschichte des Plinius. Die Reihe bietet die weltliterarisch bedeutenden Originaltexte zusammen mit exzellenten deutschen Übersetzungen und kurzen Sachkommentaren. Von renommierten Altphilologen betreut, präsentiert Tusculum zuverlässige Standardausgaben mit klassischer Einbandgestaltung für Wissenschaftler und Bibliotheken, Studenten und Lehrer sowie das allgemeine Publikum mit Interesse an antiker Dichtung und Philosophie. Der Name der Reihe geht auf die ehemalige Stadt Tusculum in Latium zurück, in der Cicero eine Villa besaß, die ihm als Refugium diente und in der er die Tuskulanen verfasste. Neben der hochwertig ausgestatteten Hauptreihe erscheinen in der Serie Tusculum Studienausgaben einschlägige Texte für Universität und Schule im Taschenbuch. Im Akademie Verlag startet die Reihe 2011 mit sieben wichtigen Neuerscheinungen.

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