EMPEROR LEO III THE ISAURIAN: Imperial Saviour, Christian Icon Breaker?

1-247160

Reassesses Emperor Leo III's reign, focusing on his military, religious, and political challenges in stabilizing the Roman Empire. Considers how Leo dealt with the numerous rebellions, as well as the extent to which his own policies caused them. Space is given to the great religious development of his reign, the initiation of Iconoclasm, its impact on the empire, and its tainting of the reputation of Leo and much of his dynasty. Also considers various aspects of Leo's administration: coinage, provincial infrastructure, civil law, and foreign policy. Contains 24 mono illustrations.