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The author recreates the world from the second to the fourth century A.D., when the gods of Olympus lost their dominion, and Christianity, with the conversion of Constantine, triumphed in the Mediterranean world.
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Robin Lane Fox
Robin Lane Fox is a distinguished British historian, author, and classicist, best known for his insightful works on ancient history and literature. His notable publications include 'Augustus: From Revolutionary to Emperor,' 'The Classical World: An Epic History from Homer to Hadrian,' and 'Pagans and Christians in the Mediterranean World from the Second Century AD to the Fourth.' Lane Fox's writing style is characterized by its clarity, erudition, and engaging narrative, making complex historical subjects accessible to a broader audience. He is also recognized for his contributions to educational television and his role as a garden writer.
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- Authors
- Robin Lane Fox
- Published
- January 1988
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- ISBN
- N/A
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 808
- Genres
- Religious HistoryHistory
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