The Byzantine Republic

Scholars have long claimed that the Eastern Roman Empire, a Christian theocracy, bore little resemblance to ancient Rome. Here, Anthony Kaldellis reconnects Byzantium to its Roman roots, arguing that it was essentially a republic, with power exercised on behalf of, and sometimes by, Greek-speaking citizens who considered themselves fully Roman.

Contents Preface 1. Introducing the Byzantine Republic 2. The Emperor in the Republic 3. Extralegal Authority in a Lawful Polity 4. The Soverei ...