Description: Julian by Philip Freeman The tragic life of Julian, the last non-Christian emperor of Rome, by award-winning author Philip Freeman FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The tragic life of Julian, the last non-Christian emperor of Rome, by award-winning author Philip Freeman Flavius Claudius Julianus, or Julian the Apostate, ruled Rome as sole emperor for just a year and a half, from 361 to 363, but during that time he turned the world upside down. Although a nephew of Constantine the Great, the first Christian emperor of Rome, Julian fought to return Rome to the old gods who had led his ancestors to build their vast empire. As emperor, Julian set about reforming the administration, conquering new territories, and reviving ancient religions. He was scorned in his time for repudiating Christianity and demonized as an apostate for willfully rejecting Christ. Through the centuries, Julian has been viewed by many as a tragic figure who sought to save Rome from its enemies and the corrupting influence of Christianity. Christian writers and historians have seen Julian much differently: as a traitor to God and violent oppressor of Christians. Had Julian not been killed by a random Persian spear, he might well have changed all of history. Author Biography Philip Freeman is Fletcher Jones Chair and professor of the humanities at Pepperdine University. His books include Hannibal: Romes Greatest Enemy, Alexander the Great, and Julius Caesar. Review "When we think of ancient Rome, its impossible not to think of Christianity, one of its most notable exports—but what if it hadnt been? This is the question provoked by classicist Philip Freeman in Julian, an appealing new entry in Yales Ancient Lives series, which tells the story of the old faiths last imperial torchbearer."—Anna Heyward, New York Times Book Review"Professor Freemans meticulous, unsentimental portrait removes all this varnish and restores a clearer image of a tragic figure."—Rupert Christiansen, The Telegraph"Philip Freemans slender account is an excellent primer on Julian and sets the context for his arrival on the throne well."—Jack Watkins, Country Life"[Freemans] pacy narrative with minimal endnotes offers an accessible account that leaves the reader wondering, had Julian not been killed, how he might have profoundly changed the course of history."—Lindsay Powell, Ancient Warfare (Netherlands)"This new biography of Julian, who made bold to deny the newly crowned Christian God, by experienced historian Philip Freeman comes as a very welcome addition to the literature on a prolific author whose imperial reach unfortunately exceeded his grasp."—Paul Cartledge, University of Cambridge Details ISBN0300256647 Author Philip Freeman Pages 168 Publisher Yale University Press Series Ancient Lives Year 2023 ISBN-13 9780300256642 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2023-11-14 Imprint Yale University Press Country of Publication United States Illustrations 1 b-w illus. NZ Release Date 2023-11-14 US Release Date 2023-11-14 UK Release Date 2023-11-14 Subtitle Romes Last Pagan Emperor Audience Professional & Vocational ISBN-10 0300256647 DEWEY 937.08092 AU Release Date 2024-02-13 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:159286446;
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