Fratantuono, Lee
Diocletian and the Military Restoration of Rome
- ISBN 13:
- 9781526771834
- author:
- Fratantuono, Lee
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pen & Sword Military
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 3 x 24.2 x 24.2 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Biography, Military, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Diocletian and the Military Restoration of Rome by Lee Fratantuono provides a balanced portrait of an immensely talented man in a time of trial and tumult. Born into uncertain circumstances, Diocletian rose to become a powerful military and political leader who transformed the Roman Empire from chaos to stability. His reign was marked by significant reforms and military successes, but also by the ill-fated Great Persecution of Christians, an undertaking that would prove to be one of his less successful initiatives. This study offers a nuanced exploration of Diocletian's life and times, shedding light on the complexities of this fascinating historical figure. With over twenty years of power, Diocletian's legacy is multifaceted, reflecting both his accomplishments and his controversies. This book provides an engaging introduction to the life and reign of one of Rome's most significant emperors.
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