"This book accompanies the first exhibition to explore the lives of Byzantine women through their representation in material and literary culture. It features n

This volume brings together a group of international scholars in new explorations of the world of Byzantine women in the period 800-1200. The specific aim of th

Explores the exceptional roles that women played in the vibrant cultural and political life of medieval Byzantium. Drawing on a diverse range of sources, this t

Women played key roles in Byzantine society: some ruled or co-ruled the empire, and others commissioned art and buildings, went on pilgrimages, and wrote. This

The Byzantine World presents the latest insights of the leading scholars in the fields of Byzantine studies, history, art and architectural history, literature,