The book opens with a long scene-setting introduction. Cover: Detail of a mosaic of the [Madonna and Child] with the Empress Eirene of Hungary (1118-1136). The mosaic is situated in the south gallery of Hagia Sophia, Istanbul.

Imperial Women in Byzantium 1 : Power, Patronage and Ideology, Paperback by Hill, Barbara, ISBN 0582303524, ISBN-13 9780582303522, Like New Used, Free shipping in the US A consideration of the role of the imperial women of Byzantium in the period of the Crusades, Imperial Women in Byzantium 1 addresses the important question of why women were able to wield immense power during the 11th century, yet lost their position of influence a century later. Exploring key themes including kinship and the use of marriage alliances, patronage, and ideology, the author also offers a critique of current research on the power of women under the Komnenian system. This will be essential reading for anyone interested in the history of Byzantium.

Imperial Women in Byzantium 1 : Power, Patronage and Ideology, Paperback by Hill, Barbara, ISBN 0582303524, ISBN-13 9780582303522, Brand New, Free shipping in the US A consideration of the role of the imperial women of Byzantium in the period of the Crusades, Imperial Women in Byzantium 1 addresses the important question of why women were able to wield immense power during the 11th century, yet lost their position of influence a century later. Exploring key themes including kinship and the use of marriage alliances, patronage, and ideology, the author also offers a critique of current research on the power of women under the Komnenian system. This will be essential reading for anyone interested in the history of Byzantium.

IMPERIAL WOMEN BYZANTIUM 1025-1204: POWER, PATRONAGE AND IDEOLOGY By Barbara Hill **Mint Condition**.