Cities, Fortresses and Villages of Byzantine Asia Minor

by Clive Foss

These essays deal with the history and archaeology of Byzantine Asia Minor from the 4th to the 14th century. They include regional surveys of the southwest (Lycia and Pamphylia) and discussions of specific sites and monuments elsewhere. These include many fortifications which have never been analysed or integrated into the archaeological or historical record of Byzantium. The work puts all kinds of surviving remains into the context of history, to show that the archaeological record is essential for recreating and understanding the nature and development of the Byzantine empire.

366 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1996

Reviews

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

Please note that the rating reflects my personal enjoyment and not the books scholarly worth - I'm just not interested enough in the detailed descriptions of fortress remains. If you are, this is probably a gold mine. I did, however, like the first part on towns and villages (in above all Lycia).