The Lost World of Byzantium

In this book, Jonathan Harris presents a rich and detailed history of the Byzantine Empire, highlighting its extraordinary survival and influence despite being frequently assailed by various armies, including those of Islam.

The book combines orthodox Christianity with paganism and classical Greek learning with Roman power, and it explores the empire's unorthodox foreign policy and its sumptuous art and architecture.

Harris utilizes a wealth of sources to cover all major aspects of Byzantine history and examines why the empire lasted so long and why it eventually fell.

The book is engaging and accessible, making it a valuable resource for understanding the heart of Byzantine civilization and its lasting influence on the modern world.