Winner of the 2006 John D. Criticos Prize

This book introduces the reader to the complex history, ethnicity, and identity of the Byzantines.

• This volume brings Byzantium – often misconstrued as a vanished successor to the classical world – to the forefront of European history
• Deconstructs stereotypes surrounding Byzantium
• Beautifully illustrated with photographs and maps

Winner of the 2006 John D. Criticos Prize

This book introduces the reader to the complex history, ethnicity, and identity of the Byzantines.

• This volume brings Byzantium – often misconstrued as a vanished successor to the classical world – to the forefront of European history
• Deconstructs stereotypes surrounding Byzantium
• Beautifully illustrated with photographs and maps

Winner of the 2006 John D. Criticos Prize

This book introduces the reader to the complex history, ethnicity, and identity of the Byzantines.

• This volume brings Byzantium – often misconstrued as a vanished successor to the classical world – to the forefront of European history
• Deconstructs stereotypes surrounding Byzantium
• Beautifully illustrated with photographs and maps