Count Belisarius

Robert Graves, John Julius Norwich

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Penguin
31 August 2006

Fiction & Literature; Historical fiction

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

A powerful, stirring novel of clashing destinies and lust for power

The sixth century was not a peaceful time for the Roman empire. Invaders threatened on all fronties, but they grew to respect and fear the name of Belisarius, the Emperor Justinian's greatest general. With this book Robert Graves again demonstrates his command of a vast historical subject, creating a startling and vivid picture of a decadent era.

By: Robert Graves
Introduction by: John Julius Norwich
Imprint: Penguin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 26mm
Weight: 330g
ISBN: 9780141188133
ISBN 10: 0141188138
Series: Penguin Modern Classics
Pages: 448
Publication Date: 31 August 2006
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Robert Ranke Graves (1895-1985) was a British poet, novelist, and critic. He is best known for the historical novel I, Claudius and the critical study of myth and poetry The White Goddess. John Julius, 2nd Viscount Norwich, was born in 1929. Among his many publications are histories of Norman Sicily, Venice and Byzantium and books on Shakespeare's history plays, opera and architecture. His annual anthology, Christmas Crackers, is now in its 35th year.