Peter Heather

In this engaging discussion, historian Peter Heather, classicist Ellen O'Gorman, and military expert Matthew Nicholls delve into the legendary Battle of the Teutoburg Forest. They unravel how Arminius' remarkable ambush led to a catastrophic defeat for Rome, reshaping both the empire's ambitions and the identity of Germanic tribes. Interestingly, they also explore the aftermath of this battle, including its impact on German nationalism and how figures like Tacitus presented moral critiques of Roman society. History comes alive through their captivating analysis!

Peter Heather, a historian specializing in the fall of the Roman Empire, and John Rapley, a political economist, share insights on the collapse of Rome and its parallels to modern Western challenges. They discuss common misconceptions about Rome's fall, the role of governance over mere economic decline, and the shifting dynamics of global power, especially with the rise of China. The conversation also touches on socio-economic issues facing younger generations and the political discontent stemming from broken promises of stability.

Peter Heather, uno dei più grandi storici viventi esperto del tardo impero romano e delle migrazioni barbariche, discute l'impatto delle invasioni sul declino di Roma. Analizza come le interazioni con i Goti e gli Unni abbiano contribuito alla destabilizzazione dell'impero. Si approfondisce la figura di Giustiniano e le sue campagne militari, le ribellioni nelle province come Britannia ed Egitto, e il ruolo di Teodorico nel plasmare il futuro dell'Occidente. Un'intensa riflessione sulle sfide storiche e le dinamiche geopolitiche che risuonano ancora oggi.