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Of the Buildings of Justinian

By Procopius
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A detailed survey records the emperor's building program across the Byzantine world, describing churches, fortifications, bridges, baths, and civic works commissioned throughout cities and provinces. It provides close architectural description of major monuments, construction methods, materials, dimensions, inscriptions, costs, and restorations, with particular attention to the great church at Constantinople and numerous works in Palestine. The account combines technical observation, topographical notices, and occasional official praise, aiming to document authorship, chronology, and stylistic features so as to identify imperial patrons and to illustrate the characteristics of contemporary Byzantine architecture.

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Procopius was a prominent Byzantine historian of the 6th century, best known for his detailed accounts of the wars fought during the reign of Emperor Justinian I. His major works include the "History of the Wars," which chronicles the Persian, Vandal, and Gothic conflicts, providing invaluable insights into the military and political landscape of the time. Additionally, Procopius authored "The Secret History," a critical and often scandalous portrayal of the court of Justinian, revealing the intrigues and corruption of the imperial administration. His writings are considered essential for understanding the complexities of Byzantine history and the era's socio-political dynamics.

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