Greek Culture in the Roman World Series

Exploring the identity of being 'Greek' during late antiquity and the Byzantine era, this book delves into cultural, social, and political dimensions. It analyzes how Greek identity evolved amidst changing empires and influences, highlighting the significance of language, religion, and heritage. Through a comprehensive examination of historical texts and artifacts, it sheds light on the complexities of identity formation and the enduring legacy of Greek culture in a transformative period of history.

This is a book for readers who love fiction, puzzles, and the world of the imagination. Using as its focal point the magical and monstrous fictions of the Greek writer Lucian of Samosata, the book explores the nature of ancient fiction and its relationship with the contemporary culture of wonder.

The book explores Porphyry of Tyre's critical perspective on Hellenism during late antiquity, highlighting the significance of philosophical translation in shaping his ideas. It delves into how Porphyry navigated and transformed Hellenistic thought, offering insights into his contributions to philosophy and cultural discourse in his time.

In the first two centuries AD, the eastern Roman provinces experienced a proliferation of elite public generosity (gifts of buildings, festivals, distributions in exchange for public honours) unmatched in their previous or later history. This is a study of the motivations behind those public benefactions.