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The Third Century and (the Long) Late Antiquity

Podcast episodes – The Secret History of Western Esotericism Podcast (SHWEP)

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The Crisis of the Third Century in the Roman Empire

This chapter explores the succession crisis, civil wars, and fragmentation of the Roman Empire during the turbulent third century. It discusses the impact of the Plague of Cyprian, the ongoing currency crisis, and the high tax burden imposed on the population. The chapter also examines differing perspectives on the collapse of the Roman Empire and the significance of late antiquity.

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