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Lost to the West

the forgotten Byzantine Empire that rescued Western civilization
2009
Traces the history of the Byzantine Empire, focusing on the lasting influence it had on the development of Western civilization.

The Byzantine Empire

a society that shaped the world
2013
Explores the growth of the Byzantine Empire and details the scope of this kingdom's rule. Examines how the Byzantines helped shape many aspects of human history and reveals how their legacy can be felt today. Includes color illustrations and a glossary.

Justinian

the last Roman emperor
2002

The Byzantine empire

2005
Presents a short study of the Byzantine Empire between the second and seventh centuries, and discusses the destruction of the Roman Empire, Byzantine rulers and dynasties, social, political, and religious society, and more.

Enduring influence

Rome, Greece, and Byzantium
2005
Examines the rise and fall of ancient Greece, Rome, and Byzantium, and discusses the lasting influence of these civilizations on government and culture.

Empires at war

a chronological encyclopedia
2005

Daily life in the Byzantine Empire

2006
Discusses daily life in the Byzantine Empire, examining such topics as housing, clothing, food, medicine, religion, law, and folk tales.

The emperor's winding sheet

1974
An English boy, shipwrecked, hungry, and lost, finds his way into the court of Constantine where he is interpreted as a symbol of good luck and, as such, ordered to be kept always near the king.

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