The Fall of Constantinople 1453 (Canto)
The Fall of Constantinople 1453 (Canto)
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Book Description
While their victory ensured the Turks' survival, the conquest of Constantinople marked the end of Byzantine civilization for the Greeks, by triggering the scholarly exodus that caused an influx of Classical studies into the European Renaissance.
Review
'Once again Sir Steven Runciman demonstrates his mastery of historical narrative ... an excellent tale, full of suspense and pathos ... He tells the story and, as always, tells it very elegantly.' History
'Runciman [is] eminently accessible and readable.' Evangelicals Now
The Fall of Constantinople 1453 (Canto)
The Fall of Constantinople 1453 (Canto),Steven Runciman,Cambridge University Press,0521398320,Byzantine Empire - History,Europe - Greece,History,History - General History,History: World,Istanbul (Turkey),Middle East - Turkey,Reference,Siege, 1453,Byzantine Empire,Europe,European history: c 500 to c 1500,History / Middle East,Istanbul (Turkey)--History--Siege, 1453,c 1500 to c 1600
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