Constantine VII Porphyrogenitus Books

Constantine VII Porphyrogenitus, known as the "Purple-born," was an emperor of the Byzantine Empire. His works, including "On the Governance of the Empire," "On the Ceremonies," and "On the Themes," offer valuable insights into Byzantine administration, court rituals, and military organization. Through his writings, he sought to codify and transmit knowledge about the empire's functioning to his successors. His writings are key to understanding the political and cultural life of the Eastern Roman Empire.