The Life Of Belisarius

The Life of Belisarius is a historical biography written by Lord Mahon that tells the story of one of the most successful generals of the Byzantine Empire. Belisarius was a military commander who served under the reign of Emperor Justinian I during the 6th century AD. The book traces the life of Belisarius from his early years as a young soldier to his rise as a trusted advisor to the emperor and his eventual downfall.The biography is divided into several chapters that cover different periods of Belisarius' life, including his military campaigns in North Africa, Italy, and the East. Mahon provides a detailed account of the battles and strategies employed by Belisarius, as well as the political and social context in which he operated.The book also explores the personal life of Belisarius, including his relationships with his wife Antonina and his rival, the eunuch Narses. Mahon delves into the complex political intrigues of the Byzantine court and the challenges that Belisarius faced in navigating them.Overall, The Life of Belisarius is a fascinating account of a remarkable historical figure and provides insight into the military and political landscape of the Byzantine Empire during the 6th century AD.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.