The Hero of Byzantium: Based on the Life of General Belisarius, 505-565 Ce - Brossura

Lessard, Joseph

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0595354076 ISBN 13: 9780595354078

Casa editrice: Iuniverse Inc, 2005

Riassunto

In December Belisarius entered Rome from the south through the Porta Asinaria by the Basilica of Constantine. The Gothic garrison fled north out the Porta Flaminia towards Ravenna. Belisarius suffered from no illusions; he knew the Goths would soon be back in force to lay siege to the city. This would be the decisive battle for Italy, and he would be prepared for it.

Fifty years ago, the Western Empire fell, and now the Eastern Roman Empire is threatened on all sides. If it is to survive, a strong emperor must come to the throne, and a hero must lead the emperor's armies.

In 527 CE, Justinian I rose to the throne with a vision of restoring Rome to its former glory. He soon found a general--and a hero--named Belisarius. General Belisarius gave hope to the people and once more rekindled the flames of conquest in the Roman army. Belisarius showed faith in God, unquestionable loyalty to his emperor, and compassion for his warriors and the Roman people. He was, without a doubt, The Hero of Byzantium.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Iuniverse Inc
• Data di pubblicazione: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0595354076
• ISBN 13: 9780595354078
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 176