History of the Wars, Books I and II: The Persian War by Procopius

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Author Procopius
Translator Dewing, H. B. (Henry Bronson), 1882-
Title History of the Wars, Books I and II: The Persian War
Note Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "History of the Wars, Books I and II: The Persian War" by Procopius is a historical account written in the early 6th century. This work details the military campaigns of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian against various enemies, particularly focusing on the wars against the Persians. Procopius, who was a contemporary of these events and served as an adviser to the general Belisarius, provides first-hand insights into the strategies and outcomes of these significant conflicts. The opening of this historical narrative establishes Procopius's credentials as a historian with a unique perspective on the events he recounts. He emphasizes the importance of documenting these wars—not merely for the sake of history, but as a resource for future generations engaged in similar struggles. In the initial sections, Procopius outlines the context of Roman-Persian relations, highlighting key historical figures such as the Emperor Theodosius, and introduces notable battles and political maneuvers throughout various conflicts. The text begins detailing the complexities of these interactions and lays the groundwork for a more in-depth exploration of the wars that will follow in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Iran -- History -- To 640
Subject Vandals
Subject Goths -- Italy
Subject Byzantine Empire -- History -- Justinian I, 527-565
Subject Justinian I, Emperor of the East, 483?-565
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EBook-No. 16764
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Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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