Filled with unforgettable stories of emperors, generals, and religious patriarchs, as well as fascinating glimpses into the life of the ordinary citizen, Lost to the West reveals how much we owe to the Byzantine Empire That was the equal of any in its achievements, appetites, and enduring legacy.
When Europe fell into the Dark Ages, Byzantium held fast against Muslim expansion, keeping Chr.
For more than a millennium, Byzantium reigned as the glittering seat of Christian civilization.
Filled with unforgettable stories of emperors, generals, and religious patriarchs, as well as fascinating glimpses into the life of the ordinary citizen, Lost to the West reveals how much we owe to the Byzantine Empire That was the equal of any in its achievements, appetites, and enduring legacy
