The Wars of Justinian: The Secret History of the Court of Justinian

Justinian I, also known as Justinian the Great, was a Byzantine emperor who reigned from 527 to 565 AD. His reign was marked by profound military campaigns, both successful and unsuccessful, that reshaped the Byzantine Empire. In addition to his military endeavors, Justinian's court was filled with secret intrigues, power struggles, and scandalous affairs that have fascinated historians for centuries.

The Rise of Justinian

Justinian's rise to power came after years of political maneuvering. Born into a peasant family, he climbed the ranks through his relationship with his uncle, Emperor Justin I. When Justin ascended to the throne, he appointed Justinian as his co-emperor. This move marked the start of a prosperous era for the Byzantine Empire, with Justinian quickly proving himself as a capable and ambitious leader.

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The Complete Procopius Anthology: The Wars of Justinian, The Secret History of the Court of Justinian, The Buildings of Justinian (Texts From Ancient Rome Book 13)

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The Secret History of the Court of Justinian

Beyond his military exploits, Justinian's court was a hotbed of scandal and intrigue. The court was filled with ambitious individuals vying for power and influence. The secret history of the court brings to light shocking stories of treachery, assassination plots, and illicit affairs.

Power Struggles

At the heart of the court's secret history were power struggles among influential figures. Theodora, Justinian's wife, held considerable power and had a significant influence on the emperor's decision-making. Her position as a former actress and her alleged past as a prostitute created controversy and fueled rumors about the court. The power dynamics within the court often shifted, leading to backstabbing and conspiracies.

Assassination Plots

The court of Justinian was not without its fair share of assassination plots. From rivals seeking to eliminate their competitors to those attempting to take direct control of the empire, numerous conspiracies were hatched within the walls of the palace. Some plots were successful, while others were thwarted, leaving a trail of bloodshed and suspicion.

Scandalous Affairs

Love affairs within the court were plentiful, with both the emperor and his wife being rumored to have taken on numerous lovers. The controversial relationship between Justinian and Theodora fueled gossip and scandal, leading to further unrest within the court. These affairs played a significant role in shaping the power dynamics and contributed to the intrigue surrounding the court of Justinian.

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The wars of Justinian and the secret history of his court have captivated historians for centuries. Justinian's military campaigns left a lasting impact on the Byzantine Empire, while the intrigues within his court added a layer of drama to his reign. The legacy of Justinian is one that is steeped in both military prowess and scandal, making it a fascinating era of Byzantine history.

The Complete Procopius Anthology: The Wars of Justinian, The Secret History of the Court of Justinian, The Buildings of Justinian (Texts From Ancient Rome Book 13)

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"The Complete Procopius Anthology" contains the complete works of Procopius of Caesarea, including "The Buildings of Justinian" in digital ebook format for the first time, as well as "The Wars of Justinian", and "The Secret History of the Courts of Justinian".

Procopius of Caesarea was a prominent Byzantine scholar from the region of Palaestina Prima, and is widely considered to be the last major historian of the Ancient World. He accompanied the Byzantine general Belisarius in the wars of the Emperor Justinian I, enabling him to write "The Wars of Justinian" from a first-hand perspective.

The celebrated "Secret History of the Court of Justinian" was discovered in the library of the Vatican in 1623, and published to tremendous interest. It reveals Procopius as a man deeply disillusioned with the Emperor Justinian and his wife the Empress Theodora. Procopius delivers a comprehensive character assassination of Justinian as a cruel, vulgar, venal and incompetent leader, and Theodora as a lustful and mean-spirited woman.

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