Professor Bury covers the entire range of Greek historical writing form from its inception in the pseudo-historical aspects of the epics to the influence of Greek thought on Roman historiography.
John Bagnell Bury (1861-1927), known as J. B. Bury, was an eminent Irish historian, classical scholar, Byzantinist and philologist. Bury was born and raised in Clontibret, County Monaghan.
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Patrick eventually became a priest and returned to Ireland as a missionary in 432. This book also takes you through Saint Patrick's lifelong struggle of diffusing Christianity across and beyond the Roman Empire ..."--Provided by publisher.
Bury's comprehensive approach and insightful commentary make this book a valuable resource for those looking to deepen their understanding of the progression of intellectual liberty throughout history.