Table of Contents

1. Introduction; 2. From Antonine to Severan; 3. Cassius Dio: the last Annalist; 4. Philostratus' Apollonius: Hellenic perfection on an imperial stage; 5. Philostratus' Sophists: Hellas' Antonine golden age; 6. Herodian: a dysfunctional Rome; Appendix 1. The date of composition of Dio's history; Appendix 2. The dates and addressees of Philostratus' Apollonius and Sophists; Appendix 3. The date, scope and author of Herodian's history.

Promotional Information

This book explores how Greek authors who witnessed sudden political change reacted by re-imagining the larger narrative of the Roman past.

About the Author

Adam M. Kemezis is Associate Professor in the Department of History and Classics, University of Alberta.

Reviews

'[A] very readable volume, which is well-produced … based on the successful use of novel approaches and original questions. It will surely be essential reading for students and specialists in Classics and Roman imperial history.' Alexander V. Makhlaiuk, Bryn Mawr Classical Review