Beskrivelse
This book takes a fresh look at local politics in Roman Bithynia, focusing on the social dynamics behind formal power structures. It examines the cities of northwestern Asia Minor from the first to the fifth centuries AD through the career of Dion Chrysostomos, a philosopher and politician.
Exploring the blend of official politics and informal social factors in ancient provincial towns.
While many studies concentrate on the official frameworks of Roman local administration-such as provincial laws, imperial decrees, and urban magistracies-this work delves into the less visible influences shaping political life. It highlights how social biases, local loyalties, and personal rivalries played a crucial role in the political landscape of the region.
By closely analyzing the municipal speeches and political career of Dion Chrysostomos, the book reveals the everyday struggles and ambitions of a small-town politician in ancient times. It offers a vivid picture of the petty disputes and high aspirations that characterized provincial politics in Roman Bithynia.
Yderligere information
| Serie | Black Sea Studies |
|---|---|
| Forfatter(e) | Tønnes Bekker-Nielsen |
| Kategori | Bøger |
| Genre(r) | Samfund Og Historie |
| Forlag | Aarhus Universitetsforlag |
| Udgivelsesdato | Er udgivet |
| Sprog | Engelsk |
| ISBN-13 | 9788779343504 |
| ISBN-10 | 8779343503 |
| Indbinding | Hardback |
| Udgave | 1 |
| Oplag | 1 |
| Sidetal | 211 |
| Dimensioner | Bredde: 17.9Cm - Højde: 24.7Cm |
| Genveje | Black Sea Studies - Bøger |
| Tags | Urban Life And Local Politics In Roman Bithynia, Bøger, Bog |
| GPSR | Produktsikkerhed |
