Eutropius: Breviarium by H.W. Bird (English) Paperback Book

Description: Eutropius: Breviarium by H.W. Bird, Eutrophius The first full-scale translation and commentary on Eutropius, whose Breviarium (Abbreviated History of Rome) was a major vehicle for transmitting knowledge of Roman history to people of the Middle Ages and beyond. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This is the first full-scale translation and commentary on Eutropius, whose Breviarium (Abbreviated History of Rome) was a major vehicle for transmitting knowledge of Roman history to people of the Middle Ages and beyond. The book consists of a lengthy introduction to Eutropius, his times and the reasons for the books composition. His attitudes, style, sources, mode of composition and chronology are all discussed, as is his continuing popularity through the centuries. A translation of the Breviarium follows and this is accompanied by a historical and historiographical commentary. The book is primarily intended for students of the Late Roman Empire whose knowledge of Latin, Greek and modern languages is limited. It will also serve as an introduction to all students of Roman history since it covers the period 753BC to 364AD and has a full commentary. In addition, it should prove helpful to specialists in 4th century AD history and historiography. Author Biography H. W. Bird is Professor of Classics at the University of Windsor, Ontario (Universtiy Research Professor, 1992-93). Having served in the Royal Navy, he studied at Trinity College, Cambridge, McMaster University and the University of Toronto. He has since taught at a number of universities inEngland, Finland and Canada. H. W. Bird is the author of Sextus Aurelius Victor: A Historiographical (Liverpool, Francis Cairns). Details ISBN0853232083 Publisher Liverpool University Press Series Translated Texts for Historians Year 1993 Translator H.W. Bird ISBN-10 0853232083 ISBN-13 9780853232087 Format Paperback Imprint Liverpool University Press Place of Publication Liverpool Country of Publication United Kingdom Translated from Latin DEWEY 937 Illustrations 3 maps, bibliography, index Pages 186 Author Eutrophius Subtitle Breviarium Publication Date 1993-02-01 Language English Media Book DOI 10.1604/9780853232087 Series Number 14 AU Release Date 1993-02-01 NZ Release Date 1993-02-01 UK Release Date 1993-02-01 Alternative 9781789628319 Audience Undergraduate We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161708865;

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