Justinian: Empire and Society in the Sixth Century

The Emperor Justinian had a long and influential reign, from AD 527 to 565, in which he dominated the sixth—century. This was an important period in the transition between the classical and Byzantine worlds, and one which saw significant territorial changes and religious developments. Many of Justinian’s other reforms, such as those in the governance of the empire and his codification of its laws, also had a long—lasting influence.
The first section of this book outlines the current question...