Greek Narratives of the Roman Empire under the Severans: Cassius Dio, Philostratus and Herodian

Author:   Adam M. Kemezis (University of Alberta)
Publisher:   Cambridge University Press
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9781107638761


Pages:   352
Publication Date:   26 November 2020
Format:   Paperback
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Author:   Adam M. Kemezis (University of Alberta)
Publisher:   Cambridge University Press
Imprint:   Cambridge University Press
Dimensions:   Width: 15.00cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.00cm
Weight:   0.500kg
ISBN:  

9781107638761


ISBN 10:   1107638763
Pages:   352
Publication Date:   26 November 2020
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

1. Introduction; 2. From Antonine to Severan; 3. Cassius Dio: the last Annalist; 4. Philostratus' Apollonius: Hellenic perfection on an imperial stage; 5. Philostratus' Sophists: Hellas' Antonine golden age; 6. Herodian: a dysfunctional Rome; Appendix 1. The date of composition of Dio's history; Appendix 2. The dates and addressees of Philostratus' Apollonius and Sophists; Appendix 3. The date, scope and author of Herodian's history.

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'[A] very readable volume, which is well-produced … based on the successful use of novel approaches and original questions. It will surely be essential reading for students and specialists in Classics and Roman imperial history.' Alexander V. Makhlaiuk, Bryn Mawr Classical Review


'[A] very readable volume, which is well-produced ... based on the successful use of novel approaches and original questions. It will surely be essential reading for students and specialists in Classics and Roman imperial history.' Alexander V. Makhlaiuk, Bryn Mawr Classical Review


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Adam M. Kemezis is Associate Professor in the Department of History and Classics, University of Alberta.

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