Anekdota

<p><i>Anekdota</i> ex codicibus manuscriptis presents a Latin translation of Procopius's famed Secret History. This historical text offers a scandalous and often unflattering portrayal of Emperor Justinian his wife Theodora and their court. Detailing alleged corruption hidden agendas and personal scandals the <i>Anekdota</i> provides a counter-narrative to the official histories of the Byzantine Empire.</p><p>This edition meticulously compiled from manuscript sources by Athanase D'Émèse offers scholars and historians a valuable resource for understanding alternative perspectives on a pivotal period in late antiquity. Its enduring appeal lies in its critical stance and its willingness to expose the darker aspects of power.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>