Tracked shipping to Austria with premium packaging for just 3,99 € 

Ship to
Austria
0

My Account

  • argentina
  • chile
  • colombia
  • españa
  • méxico
  • perú
  • estados unidos
  • internacional

menu

Select your country

Americas

Europe

Rest of the world

portada Rome's Christian Empress: Galla Placidia Rules at the Twilight of the Empire
Type
Physical Book
Author
Publisher
Language
English
Pages
248
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
22.9 x 15.5 x 2.5 cm
Weight
0.45 kg.
ISBN13
9781421417004
Categories

Rome's Christian Empress: Galla Placidia Rules at the Twilight of the Empire

Joyce E. Salisbury (Author) · Johns Hopkins University Press · Hardcover

Rome's Christian Empress: Galla Placidia Rules at the Twilight of the Empire - Salisbury, Joyce E.

New Book Imported to Austria
Delivery: 29 Jul - 31 Jul Shipping: 5 to 6 business days.
49,57 €
Import costs and 10% VAT included in the price ✅
49,57 €

Choose the list to add your product or create one New List

Go to My Wishlists
Calculate shipping cost

Synopsis "Rome's Christian Empress: Galla Placidia Rules at the Twilight of the Empire"

The page-turning account of Galla Placidia, a remarkable ruler at the twilight of the Roman Empire.In Rome's Christian Empress, Joyce E. Salisbury brings the captivating story of Rome's Christian empress to life. The daughter of Roman emperor Theodosius I, Galla Placidia lived at the center of imperial Roman power during the first half of the fifth century. Taken hostage after the fall of Rome to the Goths, she was married to the king and, upon his death, to a Roman general. The rare woman who traveled throughout Italy, Gaul, and Spain, she eventually returned to Rome, where her young son was crowned as the emperor of the western Roman provinces. Placidia served as his regent, ruling the Roman Empire and the provinces for twenty years.Salisbury restores this influential, too-often forgotten woman to the center stage of this crucial period. Describing Galla Placidia's life from childhood to death while detailing the political and military developments that influenced her--and that she influenced in turn--the book relies on religious and political sources to weave together a narrative that combines social, cultural, political, and theological history. The Roman world changed dramatically during Placidia's rule: the Empire became Christian, barbarian tribes settled throughout the West, and Rome began its unmistakable decline. But during her long reign, Placidia wielded formidable power. She fended off violent invaders and usurpers who challenged her Theodosian dynasty; presided over the dawn of the Catholic Church as theological controversies split the faithful and church practices and holidays were established; and spent fortunes building churches and mosaics that incorporated prominent images of herself and her family. Compulsively readable, Rome's Christian Empress is the first full-length work to give this fascinating and complex ruler her due.

Customers reviews

More customer reviews
  • 0% (0)
  • 0% (0)
  • 0% (0)
  • 0% (0)
  • 0% (0)

Frequently Asked Questions about the Book

Is the book original?

All books in our catalog are Original.

In what language is the book written?

The book is written in English.

What is the format of this book?

The binding of this edition is Hardcover.

Questions and Answers about the Book

Do you have a question about the book? Login to be able to add your own question.

Opinions about Bookdelivery

More customer reviews