Description
Edited by Cyril Mango, The Oxford History of Byzantium (2002) offers a thorough examination of the Eastern Roman Empire spanning the 4th to 15th centuries. The book compiles thematic essays by prominent scholars covering Byzantine politics, religion, art, and social life. It combines a chronological narrative with illustrations and maps, detailing the empire’s identity as Rome’s medieval successor, its resistance to various invaders, and its lasting cultural impact.









