Constantine the Great: The Man and His Times
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Rated 4 starsAn informative and enjoyable read
In my book, "Astronomical Symbols on Ancient and Medieval Coins", I devote an entire chapter to the visions of Constantine, the depiction of these visions on Constantinian coinage, and what Constantine actually saw in the heavens. As part of my research, I read numerous books on the life of Constantine, and I found that Michael Grant's book, "Constantine the Great," was especially useful. Not only were there many items of...
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Rated 4 starsConcise yet thoughtful
This is a concise yet thoughtful work on the pivotal character in the late classical world. Constantine's character is analyzed as well as possible and there is an excellent chapter on his building programs thoughout the Roman Empire. The Civil Wars between Constantine and Maxentius, then Constantine and Licinius, are covered in good detail. More information on the Tetrarchy (Constantine lived at the court of Galerius,...
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