Constantinople, painted by Warwick Goble, described by Alexander Van Millingen

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Author Van Millingen, Alexander, 1840-1915
Illustrator Goble, Warwick, 1862-1943
LoC No. 06045156
Title Constantinople, painted by Warwick Goble, described by Alexander Van Millingen
Note Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Constantinople," painted by Warwick Goble and described by Alexander Van Millingen, is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work focuses on the founding and development of Constantinople, initially known as Byzantium, under the rule of various emperors, with an emphasis on Constantine the Great, who established the city as a new capital for the Roman Empire. Through vivid illustrations complementing the text, the book explores not only the historical significance of the city but also the cultural transformations that occurred over the centuries. At the start of the book, the foundation of Constantinople is examined in detail, particularly highlighting the motivations and political contexts behind its establishment by Constantine the Great. The narrative delineates the strategic advantages of the city’s location and how it symbolized a shift in power dynamics within the Roman Empire. The text also touches upon the significant changes in governance, society, and religion, as well as the historical importance of Byzantium prior to its transformation into Constantinople. This opening provides a rich backdrop, setting the stage for the city's evolution and its eventual prominence in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey
Subject Istanbul (Turkey) -- Description and travel
Subject Istanbul (Turkey) -- History
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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