
Catching On
Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities
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The Determined Emperor and the Plague
This chapter explores the life of Justinian I, focusing on his efforts to revive the Roman Empire despite facing challenges such as ambitious tax policies and military campaigns. It vividly recounts the catastrophic effects of the bubonic plague in Constantinople and Justinian's unwavering determination in the face of overwhelming adversity.
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