Sir Steven Runciman (1903-2000) was one of the most acclaimed and influential historians of the Byzantine era. From 1942-45 he was Professor of Byzantine Art and History at Istanbul University, where he began research on what would lead to his most famous work, the 3-volume 'History of the Crusades'. He wrote several other highly-praised works, including Byzantine Civilisation, The Sicilian Vespers, The Fall of Constantinople and A Traveller's Alphabet.
'One comes away from this book certainly a great deal better informed - but also filled with a longing to see once again the view from the Pantanassa - and feel the centuries of violence settling into their grave.' - Dilys Powell, Sunday Times; 'Mistra is one of the most romantic of the medieval cities of Europe. Sir Steven Runciman, the most elegant of Byzantine historians, has encapsulated its history, topography and personalities in a masterpiece of compressed learning.' - C.M. Woodhouse, Observer; 'It is a history rich with political intrigue, dynastic ambition and petty battles. It is also a history of Byzantine complexity. With the eloquence, learning and love of his subject that we have come to expect from him, Sir Steven demonstrates how Mistra is one of the tangled main roots to our golden past.' - Philip Howard, Times; ' - deep learning and graceful style - ' - Bulletin of the Institute of Archaeology
 |
Ask a Question About this Product More... |
|
