The Secret History

with Related Texts

Prokopios, Anthony Kaldellis

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Hackett Publishing
15 March 2010

Literature, Poetry & Criticism; European history; Early history: c 500 to c 1450&1500

Series: Hackett Classics

By exposing the perversion, repression, corruption, and injustice at the heart of Justinian's regime, Prokopios' The Secret History destroyed forever that emperor's reputation as the great and benevolent ruler of a vast Byzantine state.

Faithfully rendered here in blunt and idiomatic English, Prokopios' tell-all is as shocking today as it was in the sixth century. Kaldellis' substantial Introduction addresses, among other topics, the historical background to The Secret History; Prokopios' literary style and major themes; and the relationships between Prokopios, Justinian, and Empress Theodora. Maps, genealogies, a glossary, and a selection of related texts (including excerpts from Prokopios' Wars and Buildings and several contemporary documents) enhance and support the reading of this scandalous and suspenseful book.

By: Prokopios
Edited by: Anthony Kaldellis
Imprint: Hackett Publishing
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 565mm
Weight: 312g
ISBN: 9781603841801
ISBN 10: 1603841806
Series: Hackett Classics
Publication Date: 15 March 2010
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for The Secret History: with Related Texts

By far the most accurate translation now available, with useful supporting documents for teaching, and a comprehensive and enlightening introduction that even experienced Byzantinists will want to read. -- Michael Kulikowski, University of Tennessee