History of the Eastern Roman Empire (eBook)
310 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739332-0 (EAN)
John Bagnell Bury was both a dedicated historian and a classical scholar, whose academic odyssey was largely spent dissecting the complexities of the Roman and Byzantine empires. Bury's deep understanding and appreciation of this period likely stemmed from his overarching intellectual conviction that to comprehend the modern world, one must first grapple with the legacies of its ancient civilizations. His approach to the Byzantine era, as an extension rather than a departure from the Roman saga, provides a unique perspective on an empire frequently misunderstood or marginalized in the broader sweep of history.
Bury's meticulous chronicle is an indispensable read for historians, classicists, and enthusiasts of Byzantine history. The insight offered into the Eastern Roman Empire during its metamorphosis from an ancient kingdom to a medieval state is not only profound in its academic merit but also engaging in its narrative craft. For those seeking to illuminate the corridors of history leading from the grandeur of Rome to the Byzantine intricacies that laid the groundwork for modern Europe, Bury's 'History of the Eastern Roman Empire' is an essential addition to their library.
John Bagnell Bury, commonly known as J. B. Bury, was an esteemed historian and scholar of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born on October 16, 1861, in County Monaghan, Ireland, Bury distinguished himself through his profound contributions to the study of history, particularly the Roman Empire. His erudition earned him the Regius Professorship of Modern History at Cambridge University, a position he held with great distinction from 1902 until his death on June 1, 1927. Bury's historiographical approach was characterized by meticulous research and a commitment to presenting history as a rigorous science. He was influenced by the German school of historical thought, which emphasized critical analysis of sources, and he sought to apply scientific methods to his investigations of the past. One of Bury's seminal works, 'History of the Eastern Roman Empire' is an exemplar of his scholarly rigor. In it, Bury meticulously details the narrative of the Byzantine Empire from the fall of Irene to the accession of Basil I, covering the period between 802 and 867 CE, and contributing immensely to the understanding of Byzantine history. Bury's literary style combines the precision of the academic with the narrative sensibility of a storyteller, making his work both a scholarly resource and a compelling read. His other notable works include 'The Invasion of Europe by the Barbarians', 'A History of Greece to the Death of Alexander the Great', and 'The Idea of Progress; An Inquiry into its Origin and Growth', all of which further cement his legacy as a historian of remarkable breadth and depth.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 13.11.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur |
Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Mittelalter | |
Schlagworte | A Wrinkle in Time • Byzantine Empire History • Byzantium medieval period • Constantinople historical studies • Crusades • dark ages • eastern Roman Empire • Fall of Constantinople • Game of Thrones • J.B. Bury historian • Justinian the Great • Ken Follett • King Arthur • Late Antiquity and Middle Ages • medieval European history • Robert Graves • Roman Empire successor states • The Man of Legends • The Templars • Vikings |
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