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The Roman Empire at Bay: AD 180-395

By David S. Potter

Book information

Publisher
Routledge
Year
2004
ISBN
0415100585, 9780415100588
LCC
DG271 .P68 2004
Google Books ID
qDVXRO1CFXAC
Open Library ID
OL22586166M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
4 MB (4483280 bytes)
Series
Routledge History of the Ancient World
Edition
New edition
Pages
785\785
Topic
History
Library
avaxhome.ws
Orientation
yes
Scanned
no
Time added
2010-05-31 15:29:46
Исторические дисциплины;Всемирная история;История

Description

A striking achievement of historical synthesis combined with a compelling interpretative line, The Roman Empire at Bay enables students of all periods to understand the dynamics of great imperial powers. David Potter's comprehensive survey of two critical and eventful centuries traces the course of imperial decline, skillfully weaving together cultural, intellectual and political history. Particular attention is paid throughout to the structures of government, the rise of Persia as a rival, and the diverse intellectual movements in the empire. There is also a strong focus on Christianity, transformed in this period from a fringe sect to the leading religion. Against this detailed background, Professor Potter argues that the loss of power can mainly be attributed to the failure in the imperial elite to respond to changes inside and outside the empire, and to internal struggles for control between different elements in the government, resulting in an inefficient centralization of power at court.

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