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The Inheritance Of Rome: Illuminating The Dark Ages, 4001000 (Penguin History Of Europe)
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An Ambitious And Enlightening Look At Why The Socalled Dark Ages Were Anything But Thatprizewinning Historian Chris Wickham Defies The Conventional View Of The Dark Ages In European History With A Work Of Remarkable Scope And Rigorous Yet Accessible Scholarship. Drawing On A Wealth Of New Material And Featuring A Thoughtful Synthesis Of Historical And Archaeological Approaches, Wickham Argues That These Centuries Were Critical In The Formulation Of European Identity. Far From Being A Middle Period Between More Significant Epochs, This Age Has Much To Tell Us In Its Own Right About The Progress Of Culture And The Development Of Political Thought.Sweeping In Its Breadth, Wickham'S Incisive History Focuses On A World Still Profoundly Shaped By Rome, Which Encompassed The Remarkable Byzantine, Carolingian, And Ottonian Empires, And Peoples Ranging From Goths, Franks, And Vandals To Arabs, Anglo Saxons, And Vikings. Digging Deep Into Each Culture, Wickham Constructs A Vivid Portrait Of A Vast And Varied World Stretching From Ireland To Constantinople, The Baltic To The Mediterranean. The Inheritance Of Rome Brilliantly Presents A Fresh Understanding Of The Crucible In Which Europe Would Ultimately Be Created.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Inheritance of Rome'? A: The main theme of 'The Inheritance of Rome' is to challenge the perception of the Dark Ages as a period of cultural stagnation, presenting it instead as a critical time that shaped European identity through its diverse cultures and political thoughts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Inheritance of Rome' is Chris Wickham, a prizewinning historian known for his scholarly work on European history.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Inheritance of Rome'? A: 'The Inheritance of Rome' was published on July 30, 2009.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Inheritance of Rome' has a total of 688 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Inheritance of Rome' is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is 'The Inheritance of Rome' a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'The Inheritance of Rome'.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: 'The Inheritance of Rome' covers a range of topics including the Byzantine, Carolingian, and Ottonian empires, as well as the influences of various peoples such as the Goths, Franks, and Vikings.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Inheritance of Rome' is in new condition.
- Q: Can this book provide insights into European history? A: Yes, 'The Inheritance of Rome' offers significant insights into European history, particularly regarding the cultural and political developments during the so-called Dark Ages.
- Q: What makes this book a valuable read for history enthusiasts? A: 'The Inheritance of Rome' is valuable for history enthusiasts due to its rigorous scholarship, extensive research, and its ability to provide a fresh perspective on a misunderstood period in European history.