In this biography, Gaetano Negri explores the life and works of Julian the Apostate, the Roman emperor who attempted to revive paganism in the empire in the 4th century CE. Negri provides a comprehensive analysis of Julian's legacy, including his efforts to promote intellectual and religious tolerance in the empire.
This book is a translation from the 2nd Italian edition of a biography of the Roman Emperor Julian the Apostate. Duchessa LittaViscontiArese and Gaetano Negri delve into the life of Julian and explore his controversial reign from 361 to 363 AD. From his rejection of Christianity to his military campaigns in Persia, this book provides a comprehensive look at the life of one of Rome's most enigmatic emperors.
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