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Further Reading and Resources
Books
‘The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire’ by Edward Gibbon (1776–1788)
This monumental work covers the decline of the Roman Empire, with extensive attention to the Byzantine Empire. Volumes V and VI focus particularly on Byzantine history.
Available on Project Gutenberg.
‘Byzantine Churches in Constantinople’ by Alexander Van Millingen (1912)
This book focuses on the architectural history of Byzantine churches in Constantinople, providing insights into religious and cultural life through its monuments.
Available on Archive.org.
‘A History of the Later Roman Empire: From Arcadius to Irene (395 A.D. to 800 A.D.)’ by J.B. Bury (1889)
J.B. Bury’s work is an authoritative study of the Byzantine Empire's early centuries, discussing its political history and the evolution of its institutions.
Available on Archive.org.
Websites
- [Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection](https://www.doaks.org/): A leading institution for Byzantine studies, offering a wealth of resources, including scholarly publications and digital collections.
- [The Byzantine Studies Association of North America (BSANA)](https://bsana.net/): An organization promoting the study of Byzantine history, art, and culture through conferences, publications, and educational programs.
Documentaries
- ‘‘Byzantium: A Tale of Three Cities’‘ – A BBC documentary exploring the history of Constantinople/Istanbul from its ancient origins to modern times.
- ‘‘Byzantium: The Lost Empire’‘ – A documentary series that covers the rise and fall of the Byzantine Empire, examining its historical significance and cultural achievements.
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