The Reign of Constantine, 306–337
Continuity and Change in the Late Roman Empire
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This book explores the reign of Constantine the Great (306–337) and, more generally, the political history of the third century, thus putting Constantine's career and many of his decisions in context. It traces events under the first Tetrarchy and then explores Constantine's rise to power, his rule and reforms, and continuity and change with regard to his predecessors. It considers how he was able to transform the empire and establish his own dynasty, highlighting his political and military prowess, and therefore provides an essential overview of the political history of the period.
Stanislav Doležal is Assistant Professor at the University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic.
This book explores the reign of Constantine the Great (306–337) and, more generally, the political history of the third century, thus putting Constantine's career and many of his decisions in context. It traces events under the first Tetrarchy and then explores Constantine's rise to power, his rule and reforms, and continuity and change with regard to his predecessors. It considers how he was able to transform the empire and establish his own dynasty, highlighting his political and military prowess, and therefore provides an essential overview of the political history of the period.
Explores political developments during the reign of Constantine, 306–337 Traces the history of the Roman Empire through the third century, placing Constantine in context Highlights the essential continuity between Constantine's reign and those of the Illyrian emperors
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Stanislav Doležal
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Constantine the Great Tetrarchy Roman Empire Late Antiquity Third century