Tag Archives: John Julius Norwich

BBC’s Chronicle – The Fall of Constantinople

Posted on May 30, 2020 by proverbs6to10

Here is a little gem and a blast from the past. John Julius Norwich (who wrote the excellent and accessible trilogy on the history of Byzantium) tells the dramatic story of the fall of Constantinople and the Byzantine Empire, followed … Continue reading →

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Complete set of A Short History of Byzantium audio for sale

Posted on November 26, 2017 by proverbs6to10

There is a very rare opportunity to purchase the hugely enjoyable and authoritative  complete and unabridged audiobook of John Julius Norwich’s “A Short History of Byzantium”, brilliantly narrated by John McDonough. From its beginnings in A.D. 330, this audiobook provides listeners … Continue reading →

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BBC’s Chronicle – The Fall of Constantinople

Posted on May 29, 2012 by proverbs6to10

Apologies for the repeat but I did not want you to think that I had forgotten this historic day. This video is well worth watching again, or even for the first time :-)…. Here is a little gem and a … Continue reading →

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BBC’s Chronicle – The Fall of Constantinople

Posted on May 29, 2011 by proverbs6to10

Here is a little gem and a blast from the past. John Julius Norwich (who wrote the excellent and accessible trilogy on the history of Byzantium) tells the dramatic story of the fall of Constantinople and the Byzantine Empire, followed … Continue reading →

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BBC’s Chronicle – The Fall of Constantinople

Posted on September 20, 2010 by proverbs6to10

Here is a little gem and a blast from the past. John Julius Norwich (who wrote the excellent and accessible trilogy on the history of Byzantium) tells the dramatic story of the fall of Constantinople and the Byzantine Empire, followed … Continue reading →

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12 Byzantine Rulers Podcast by Lars Brownworth

Posted on February 14, 2010 by proverbs6to10

I am sure many of you will already be familiar with this popular podcast from Lars Brownworth, first published in 2005 and taking nearly three years to complete (Lars is not noted for his speed of production!), these 12 episodes … Continue reading →

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Subscribe to MyByzantine Blog!

Posted on January 23, 2010 by proverbs6to10

Whether you are a new vistor to my Blog, or a regular, you might wish to subscribe by clicking on the subscribe button (top right). If you subscribe you will receive an email alert whenever I make a new post on the … Continue reading →

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Anna Comnena’s “The Alexiad”

Posted on April 5, 2009 by proverbs6to10

Byzantium produced some well known women Empresses such as Theodora and Zoe. Perhaps the best Augusta they did not have was Anna Comnena, the Daughter of The Emperor Alexius I Comnenus who reigned from 1081 until 1118. Well, in her opinion she is the best Augusta they never had according to her excellent biography of her father known as The Alexiad. Continue reading →

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Byzantium and Leadership in a Crisis

Posted on March 28, 2009 by proverbs6to10

“There is nothing more conducive to the destruction of a nation, whether it be republic or monarchy, than the lack of men of wisdom and intellect. When a republic has many citizens, or a monarchy many ministers, of high quality it quickly recovers from those losses that are brought about by misfortune. When such men are lacking, it falls into the very depths of disgrace. That is why I deplore the present state of the Empire which, having produced so many excellent men in the past, has now been reduced to such a level of sterility that today’s governors possess nothing to elevate them above those whom they govern.” Continue reading →

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Welcome to My Byzantine Blog

Posted on March 28, 2009 by proverbs6to10

How do you start a blog? What pearls of wisdom can one offer to amuse, educate, and inform the thousands of readers that you expect will flock to read your musings about your chosen subject? (Pause for effect) … I … Continue reading →

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