The Tragedy of Empire

The Tragedy of Empire explores a pivotal period in Roman history, beginning with Emperor Julian's reign and ending with the decline of the Western Roman Empire in the sixth century. It examines the evolution of imperial governance, the rise of new Western elites, foreign invasions, and religious transformations, including the establishment of Christianity as the state religion. Kulikowski provides a detailed account of these two centuries, highlighting the contrast between the Western and Eastern Roman Empires during this tumultuous era.