The Emperor Julian And His Generation

The book ""The Emperor Julian and His Generation: An Historical Picture"" by August Neander is a comprehensive account of the life and times of the Roman Emperor Julian, who ruled from 361 to 363 AD. The author provides a detailed description of the political and cultural landscape of the Roman Empire during Julian's reign, including the religious conflicts between pagans and Christians, the military campaigns against the Persians, and the emperor's attempts to revive traditional Roman values and institutions.The book also explores the broader social and intellectual context of Julian's era, examining the philosophical and literary movements that influenced his thinking and the intellectual debates that shaped his worldview. Neander draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Julian's own writings, to provide a nuanced and insightful portrait of this complex and enigmatic figure.Throughout the book, Neander emphasizes the importance of understanding Julian's generation as a whole, rather than simply focusing on the emperor himself. He examines the broader social, cultural, and political trends of the time, including the rise of Christianity, the decline of traditional Roman religion, and the emergence of new philosophical and religious movements.Overall, ""The Emperor Julian and His Generation"" is a rich and detailed exploration of one of the most fascinating periods in Roman history, offering a nuanced and insightful portrait of a complex and enigmatic figure and his place in the broader cultural and intellectual landscape of his time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.