The Emperor Constantine

Constantine is a convenient and concise account of one of the most important figures in ancient history. Hans Pohlsander: * describes the Roman world into which Constantine was born * assesses Constantine's ability as soldier and statesman * emphasizes the significance of Constantine as Rome's first Christian emperor * discusses the importance of the establishment of the new capital at Byzantium * gives an even-handed assessment of Constantine's achievement * incorporates a cultural and artistic focus, analyzing coins, architecture, sculpture and painting of the period.