The Byzantine Empire

by Jennifer Fretland Vanvoorst

Book Overview

The Byzantine Empire, which thrived from 395 to 1453, was a fascinating place. Its people thought of themselves as Romans, spoke Greek, and hailed from all across Europe and Asia. Centered in today's Istanbul, it was a Christian empire that preserved and developed Europe's intellectual heritage at a time when western Europe was in decline.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0756545862
• ISBN13: 9780756545864
• Release Date: August 2012
• Publisher: Compass Point Books
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 9.9" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9