Histoire du Bas-Empire. Tome 03 by Charles Le Beau
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"Histoire du Bas-Empire. Tome 03" by Charles Le Beau is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into the events and characters of the late Roman Empire, focusing particularly on Emperor Julian and his interactions with both pagans and Christians during his reign. The work is likely intended for readers interested in the complexities of religious and political strife in ancient Rome. The opening of the volume
introduces the complexities of Julian's character, simultaneously generous and vengeful, as he navigates his relationships with both allies and enemies. We see how his policies towards the pagans and Christians are marked by contradictions: Julian aspires to restore pagan practices while dealing ruthlessly with those he perceives as threats, including the execution of adversaries and the violent suppression of Christians. As the text unfolds, it sets up a narrative rich in conflict and moral ambiguity, showcasing the turbulent climate of the era as Julian strives to consolidate his power amidst widespread disdain and violent backlash from various factions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Le Beau, Charles, 1701-1778 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Saint-Martin, J. (Jean), 1791-1832 |
| Title | Histoire du Bas-Empire. Tome 03 |
| Original Publication | Paris: F. Didot., 1824-1836. |
| Credits | Brian Wilson, MFR, Pierre Lacaze and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece |
| Subject | Byzantine Empire -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73571 |
| Release Date | May 8, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 298 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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