The Emperor Constantine

Routledge
Hans A. Pohlsander
ISBN: 0415131782
price: $15.95   paperback

In this convenient and concise account of one of the most important figures in ancient history, Pohlsander describes the Roman world into which Constantine was born; assesses Constantine's ability as soldier and statesman; emphasizes the significance of Constantine as Rome's first Christian emperor; discusses the importance of the establishment of the new capital at Byzantium; and provides an even-handed assessment of Constantine's achievements.