Roman Empire - The History & the Myth (eBook)
564 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654738628-5 (EAN)
John Bagnell Bury, a distinguished historian and classicist, brought to this book an immense depth of knowledge and a profound understanding of the Roman world's complexities. His scholarly career was marked by the pursuit of objective historical analysis, free from the traditional biases of his time. Bury's interest in the evolution of governance from the Roman Republic to the Empire and its bureaucratic extension throughout the Mediterranean world greatly influenced this text. Insightful analysis of the Roman system of joint rule between princeps and Senate, and the transformation of military and provincial administration under Augustus, exemplify how Bury weaves the political evolution with the tales of personalities and cultures that shaped the era.
'Reading 'Roman Empire - The History & the Myth' is imperative for those who not only seek to understand the mechanics of Roman governance but also to appreciate the labyrinthine interplay of power, culture, and ideology that forged one of history's most enduring civilizations. Bury's mastery of sources and critical interpretation makes his work a stand-out resource for students and scholars of classical antiquity. The depth and clarity with which he elucidates this pivotal period make the book a valuable addition to the library of any earnest student of history or admirer of the Roman epoch.
John Bagnell Bury (1861–1927) was an esteemed Irish historian, classical scholar, Byzantinist, and philologist. Educated at Trinity College, Dublin, he held the Regius Chair of Modern History at the University of Cambridge. Bury's scholarship was characterized by a rigorous dedication to primary sources and a keen insight into the themes that shaped the narrations of history. Best known for his works on the later Roman Empire and the Byzantine period, his approach to history was both scientific and engaging, favorably comparing to Edward Gibbon's 'The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire'. Among Bury's seminal works is 'Roman Empire - The History & the Myth', which deftly explores the complexities of Roman political and social structures, its governance, and the cultural legacy that endured beyond its political decline. His writing displayed a commitment to historical accuracy and an ability to discern myth from recorded fact — traits that have cemented his legacy as a luminary among historians of ancient civilizations. Bury's literary style was marked by clarity and comprehensiveness, attributes that have made his histories enduring resources for scholars and history enthusiasts alike.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 13.11.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Altertum / Antike |
Schlagworte | Alexander the Great • ancient Rome history • classical civilization • historical Rome accounts • Imperial Rome • John Bagnell Bury • Ken Follett • Marcus Aurelius • myths of Rome • Robert Graves • Roman Empire chronicles • Roman Mythology • Rome ancient culture • Rome antiquity studies • sapiens • SPQR • The Crusades • The Falcon of Sparta • The Fisherman's Tomb • The Templars |
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