The Byzantine Achievement (Routledge Revivals): An Historical Perspective, A.D. 330-1453 - Softcover

Byron, Robert

 
9780415505963: The Byzantine Achievement (Routledge Revivals): An Historical Perspective, A.D. 330-1453
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0415505968 ISBN 13: 9780415505963
Verlag: Routledge, 2013

Inhaltsangabe

First published in 1929, this highly influential study offers a historical perspective on the Byzantine Empire, from the establishment of Constantinople by Emperor Constantine around 330 AD, through to the fall of Constantinople at the hands of the Ottoman Empire in 1453 AD.

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Robert Byron (1905-1941) was a British writer and art critic whose adventurous spirit and insightful prose left a lasting impact on travel literature. Born into a wealthy family, he rejected a traditional path, choosing instead to explore the world's diverse cultures and architectural wonders.Driven by an insatiable curiosity, Byron ventured across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, capturing his experiences in vibrant and witty prose. He possessed a distinctive talent for weaving together personal anecdotes with astute observations on art, history, and the social landscapes he encountered. From the monasteries of Mount Athos to the ancient ruins of Persia, Byron sought to understand the soul of a place through its people and its past.His most acclaimed work, The Road to Oxiana, is considered a signature classic of travel writing, admired for its humor, erudition, and vivid descriptions. Byron was also a fervent champion of architectural preservation and a key figure in the resurgence of interest in Byzantine art.Though his life was tragically cut short when his ship was torpedoed by a German U-boat during World War II, Byron's legacy as a writer and explorer endures. His books continue to inspire those with a passion for travel and an appreciation for keen observation and mischievous wit.

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Verlag
Routledge
Erscheinungsdatum
2013
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
0415505968
ISBN 13 
9780415505963
Einband
Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten
374
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