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1. 1. The New Roman Empire

   A History of Byzantium

   

   The book explores the concept of the Byzantine Empire as a continuation of the Roman Empire, challenging traditional narratives that separate the two. It delves into the political, cultural, and historical aspects that defined Byzantium, arguing for its recognition as a legitimate Roman state. Through a detailed examination of its governance, military strategies, and societal structures, the book repositions Byzantium within the broader context of Roman history, emphasizing its influence and legacy in shaping the medieval and modern worlds.

2. 2. A Cabinet Of Byzantine Curiosities

   Strange Tales and Surprising Facts from History's Most Orthodox Empire

   

   A witty compendium of strange tales and surprising facts from a millennium of Byzantine life, this book assembles brief, source-based vignettes on court ritual and intrigue, saints and miracles, medicine and magic, food, fashion, sex, and everyday urban life. By sampling chronicles, legal codes, and hagiography, it reveals a society that was humorous, devout, eccentric, and pragmatic, challenging clichés about an opaque, overly pious empire. Thematic sections present colorful episodes and curiosities that illuminate how people lived, believed, and governed, from imperial ceremonies and tax quirks to superstitions and medical recipes, making a distant world vividly accessible.

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