Politics and Tradition Between Rome, Ravenna and Constantinople
- 386 páginas
- 14 horas de lectura
A revealing study of the Variae of Cassiodorus and the insight that the epistolary collection can provide into sixth-century Italy.
Cambridge Studies in Medieval Life and Thought: Cuarta Serie Serie
Esta serie profundiza en las diversas facetas de la vida y el pensamiento medievales, presentando una destacada labor académica en un amplio espectro del esfuerzo humano. Abarca desde la economía política hasta la historia de las ideas, ofreciendo profundas perspectivas sobre este cautivador período histórico. Cada volumen presenta una investigación meticulosa, lo que la convierte en una lectura esencial para cualquiera interesado en la historia y la cultura medievales. Proporciona una exploración integral del panorama intelectual y social de la época.
Staying Roman
- 458 páginas
- 17 horas de lectura
What did it mean to be Roman once the Empire had collapsed in the West? This is the first systematic study of the changing nature of Roman identity in post-Roman North Africa, revealing the value and flexibility of the notion of 'Romanness' across the Mediterranean.
Morality and Masculinity in the Carolingian Empire
- 420 páginas
- 15 horas de lectura
Exploring the moral framework surrounding war, power, and sexuality in the Carolingian era, this book delves into the teachings and beliefs imparted to noblemen of the time. It examines how these messages influenced their actions and decisions, providing insight into the intersection of ethics and conduct in a pivotal historical context. Through analysis of texts and historical accounts, the work reveals the complexities of noble behavior and the societal expectations they navigated.