In the Chronographia, is Michael Psellos’ concern for the army entirely disinterested? Cover Image

Да ли Пселова заинтересованост за војску у Хронографији уопште није мотивисана личним разлозима?
In the Chronographia, is Michael Psellos’ concern for the army entirely disinterested?

Author(s): Antonios Vratimos
Subject(s): History
Published by: Vizantološki institut SANU
Keywords: Michael Psellos; Chronographia; Military; Concern for the Army; Anthony Kaldellis

Summary/Abstract: The present article analyzes Psellos’ commentary on the disarray of the Byzantine army in the Chronographia. The topic is examined in relation to the political circumstances of the time, and the author’s own particular situation. It is possible to conclude that much of his commentary on the military in the Chronographiais disingenuous and is influenced by his own position and interests.

  • Issue Year: 2012
  • Issue No: 49
  • Page Range: 145-158
  • Page Count: 14
  • Language: English