The Emperor Constantine

The Emperor Constantine
ISBN-10
0415319382
ISBN-13
9780415319386
Series
The Emperor Constantine
Category
Emperors
Pages
148
Language
English
Published
2004
Publisher
Psychology Press
Author
Hans A. Pohlsander

Description

A convenient and concise introduction to one of the most important figures in ancient history.

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