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Theodora

Empress of Byzantium

by Paolo Cesaretti
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An Italian historian’s prize-winning biography of the sixth-century Byzantine empress.
Theodora of Byzantium rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most powerful women of the ancient world. As the wife of Emperor Justinian, she was more than a mere figurehead, acting as Justinian’s partner in both politics and life.
Though she was ruthlessly criticized by her contemporaries, historian and biographer Paolo Cesaretti shows her to be an ambitious woman and brilliant ruler whose cunning saved the empire time and again. She defied the conventions of her time and triumphed over those who sought to defame and destroy her. This meticulously researched and richly detailed biography won Italy’s prestigious Ginzano Cavour Prize.

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    September 1, 2022

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      • ISBN: 9780865652804

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    • Library Journal

      June 1, 2004
      Set in sixth-century Byzantium, this is a real rags-to-riches story about one of the most fascinating women of antiquity. The daughter of a bear-keeper, Theodora went on to become a mime in obscene productions, a prostitute, a mistress of wealthy patrons, and, at last, an empress. The change in her fortunes occurred when she became the mistress of Justinian, nephew and heir of Justin, the emperor of Byzantium. Intelligent and ambitious, Theodora formed a partnership with Justinian that, in the end, saw him enthroned. Together, they ruled the empire from its seat in Constantinople, and Theodora has been credited with saving the empire more than once. Cesaretti (Univ. of Chieti, Italy), an expert in Byzantine studies, captures the world of this powerful couple for modern readers while illustrating their importance to world history. This lively account, which includes 40 black-and-white illustrations, will be of interest to students of women's history as well as to those concerned with Byzantium. Recommended for public and academic libraries.-Robert J. Andrews, Duluth P.L., MN

      Copyright 2004 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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